The Duke of Sussex lectured about forgiveness to the event's participants. However, Campbell slammed his remarks, calling him an arch-hypocrite. Lady Colin Campbell was highly critical of Prince Harry's Invictus Games closing speech. Prince Harry wrapped up the Invictus Games with a speech aimed at inspiring and educating the participants.
The games ran for a week, highlighting the achievements of international wounded, injured, and sick servicemen and women. However, commentator and insider, Lady Colin Campbell, believes his words had the opposite effect. She called him an arch-hypocrite.
Prince Harry's Invictus Games ran from September 9th through to the 16th. The Duke of Sussex attended the events, cheering on the participants alongside his wife, Meghan Markle. Lady Colin confirmed that she heard from Nacho that Harry was asked to attend the European Polo Championship 2023. This event took place in Dusseldorf, around the same time as the Invictus Games. Harry was asked to attend as a spectator, but he wanted $70,000 for attending, to be paid to his foundation. It was unclear if this was Archewell, Center Bello, or some other entity. The organizers turned him down.
Harry's greed infuriated his friend, Nacho Figueras. Harry had embarrassed his teammates, and as a result, the Polo Club kicked him out. After the Invictus Games ended, Harry's name completely disappeared from the Santa Barbara Polo Club schedules.
In Dusseldorf, Germany, $30 million was collectively invested to host the Invictus Games, a significant commitment for the city. Harry could have easily repaid their kindness and support by simply spending a couple of hours at the polo match. It would have been great publicity for both the sport and the city, and it could have helped repair Harry's image. For once, it would have shown him doing something for someone else without expecting any benefit. This one activity could have greatly improved his reputation abroad. Now, it seems that the only thing he cares about is money.
From September 6th to the 10th, the 2023 European Polo Championships will be held at Brandenburg. During this time, the best European women's and men's teams, as well as the best up-and-coming junior teams, will gather to compete. The facility is listed for historic preservation. Harry's request for a fee to participate upset the head of the Brandenburg government, Mr. Stefan Scheller. The source said that Mr. Scheller had completely lost faith in the Sussexes and didn't want either of them to ever come to Brandenburg.
This situation is universal, but the services they were providing as royals were financially backed by the royal family. So, when they wanted to become independent and continue these acts of service, the question arises: with what money? They certainly don't like to spend their own, especially because their idea of service is often lending their faces to charities to attract attention and donations. They could absolutely be of service by using their copious free time to work at soup kitchens, clean up animal shelters, or pick up litter on beaches. However, service that requires effort seems to be completely off the table.
Donating large sums is a big part of what philanthropy has become, but at its core, it's about having a sincere love and concern for mankind and acting on that. It extends well beyond writing checks, which seems to be the Sussexes' preferred method of philanthropy. In the end, genuine humanitarianism requires more than just financial contributions; it requires a heartfelt commitment to making a difference in the world.
