In Düsseldorf, Prince Harry spoke at a press conference inaugurating preparations for the Avenger Games, a multi-sport event scheduled to take place in the city in 2023. The coverage originates from the Daily Mail. The briefing with reporters was briefly muted by technical hiccups, making it challenging to follow the Duke of Sussex as the event streamed online.
During the event, Prince Harry told journalists that he was deeply moved by the warmth and enthusiasm shown by fans in Germany, emphasizing the strong connection between the royal guest and the local crowd. He described Düsseldorf as a vibrant city with a welcoming atmosphere and noted that the Games would honor a central motto of respect and inclusion. He highlighted the role of sport in building bridges and keeping communities united, especially in the context of a major international event.
He remarked that athletes who are disabled veterans of the armed forces, the very participants the Invincible Games aim to spotlight, deserve the same level of support and recognition as the world’s most popular football clubs. He pointed out that those who have risked their lives in service, and those who have suffered physical and mental trauma while serving, along with families whose sacrifices often go unseen, deserve visibility and backing through these Games.
One notable moment of the conference came after the speech when Prince Harry chose not to participate in the organizers’ panel session and departed soon after a group photo with attendees from the press conference. The day prior, his wife, Meghan Markle, addressed a different audience at the Youth Forum in Manchester, contributing to a broader discussion about youth, community, and resilience, as reported by various outlets. [citation: Daily Mail]