The Invictus Games, founded by Prince Harry, have officially begun in Vancouver-Whistler, Canada. The event featured a spectacular opening ceremony at BC Place Stadium, with performances by Katy Perry, Nelly Furtado, and Coldplay's Chris Martin. Over 500 competitors from 23 countries will participate in this year's games, which mark the first time winter sports will be included.
The Invictus Games, founded by Prince Harry, have kicked off in Vancouver -Whistler, Canada , with a star-studded opening ceremony featuring performances from Katy Perry, Nelly Furtado and Coldplay's Chris Martin.
Over 500 competitors from 23 countries will participate in the games, entering the stadium in an Olympic-style parade escorted by Canadian Armed Forces Cadets carrying placards with their country's names. The serviceman, who has previously suffered psychological injuries in Afghanistan after playing at 63 separate funeral-style ceremonies for fallen soldiers, was joined on stage by additional pipers and drummers, creating a powerful sound within the arena. Harry had previously spoken about the Team Canada competitor at the closing ceremony of the last Invictus Games.
Prince Harry news Scheduled to occur at eight distinct locales in Vancouver and the ski retreat of Whistler, this iteration will roll out on the traditional territories of the Four Host First Nations—Lílwat, Musqueam, Squamish, and Tsleil Waututh. At a welcome reception for competitors on Friday 7, Harry's dedication to the event was spotlighted as Meghan fondly referred to participants as "family".
INVICTUS GAMES PRINCE HARRY MEGHAN MARKLE CANADA VANCOUVER WHISTLER SPORTS VETERANS OPENING CEREMONY
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