Harry was taken aback when he received news of his deposition from his role on the 10th anniversary of the Invictus Games.
Prince Harry, who co-founded the games in 2014, will be succeeded by Mike Tindall. Reports suggest Prince Harry will return to the UK in May to celebrate the milestone event at St. Paul's Cathedral. This return comes just weeks after his hurried trip back home to visit his ailing father, following a cancer diagnosis.
The Duke of Sussex rushed back to London for a brief 25-hour visit upon learning of his father's illness. However, his forthcoming trip will not be to reunite with his father, but to commemorate the Invictus Games' 10th anniversary.
According to reports, Prince Harry's last meeting with the monarch lasted a mere 12 minutes, indicating strained relations within the royal family. However, a spokesperson for the Sussexes remains hopeful that the Invictus Games anniversary visit might provide an opportunity to mend fences amidst the family's challenging times.
Prince Harry is set to return in May for the Invictus Games' 10th birthday celebration, an event he co-founded in 2014. However, Meghan Markle is reportedly barred from accompanying him, with duties at home attending to their children.
The UK government recently announced a substantial investment bid to host the 2027 Invictus Games in Birmingham. John Mera, the Minister for Veterans Affairs leading the bid, expressed confidence in securing the hosting rights. Prince Harry's return to the UK aligns with his support for a British-based Invictus Games. While there's historical royal family support for the games, rumors suggest Prince Harry's role as Patron may be up for grabs, with Mike Tindall rumored to be a prime candidate to succeed him.
The Invictus Games, an initiative of the Royal Foundation of the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge and Prince Harry, has seen significant involvement from various stakeholders, including the Ministry of Defense. However, some critics argue that having Prince Harry and Meghan Markle as the face of the charity has been detrimental. Suggestions have been made for more relatable figures, such as former sports personalities Zara and Mike, to take on leadership roles within the organization.
