The Duke of Sussex, who initiated the sporting tournament in 2014 to provide sick and injured ex-service individuals with the opportunity to participate in various competitive activities, is set to attend the 2023 Games in Düsseldorf, Germany, starting on September 9. Meghan will be joining him, and Harry will deliver a speech at the closing ceremony scheduled for September 16.
However, there are concerns that Harry's involvement in the documentary, "Heart of Invictus," which is set to air on Netflix on August 30, may shift the spotlight away from the Games and onto himself. This has led to accusations that he is attempting to make himself the central figure rather than keeping the focus on the athletes and the event's mission.
Royal commentator Angela Levin has suggested that the organizers of the Invictus Games may prefer to distance themselves from Prince Harry due to concerns that he has been dominating the limelight. She stated that some believe he has shifted the Games' narrative towards self-promotion, which has led to efforts in Canada to stop the 2025 edition, as people feel it has been compromised.
Levin's comments highlight the importance of maintaining the spotlight on the athletes and the purpose of the Games, as they depend on the visibility and support for their success.
Before heading to Germany, Prince Harry is scheduled to make a brief visit to London to attend the WellChild Awards on September 7. Interestingly, Meghan will not accompany him on this trip, despite her attendance at previous WellChild Awards in 2018 and 2019.
