Meghan Markle Says She's 'Proud' Of Husband Harry As Duke Receives Standing Ovation At Invictus Games

Yahoo

18-02-2025

Meghan Markle showed her support for her husband, Prince Harry, after he received a standing ovation at the at the 2025 Invictus Games.
The Duchess of Sussex took to her Instagram page to share a clip from the energetic scene while noting how proud she is of the Duke.
The Invictus Games are significant to Prince Harry and Meghan Markle as it marked their first public appearance in 2017.
As the Invictus Games Vancouver Whistler 2025 wrapped up on Sunday, February 16, Meghan Markle took to social media to express her pride in her husband.
"So proud of you," the Duchess of Sussex, 43, wrote on her Instagram Stories, sharing a video of the roaring crowd at Rogers Arena as Harry, 40, appeared on the big screen.
In the clip, the Duke of Sussex was seen smiling as the audience erupted into cheers, chanting his name in unison: "Harry! Harry! Harry!"
With a lighthearted gesture, he encouraged them to take their seats, though their enthusiasm only grew.
The memorable moment followed heartfelt praise from Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, who recognized Harry's pivotal role in bringing the Invictus Games to life.
"To the Duke of Sussex, Prince Harry, without whom these Invictus Games would never have happened," Trudeau shared, per People Magazine. "You, you are the one who turned this incredible idea into a reality and as someone that you roped in early on in my time as Prime Minister, I can testify to the energy, the dedication, the commitment this man has to you and to this ideal."
The heartfelt tribute moved Harry to tears. Following the emotional moment, the Duke addressed the Invictus Games participants and their loved ones with an inspiring speech.
"Now, I can't stand before you and promise that there won't be challenging times ahead," he began. "But I promise you, you're better equipped now than you were before. You've reclaimed what was lost, restored what was broken, achieved the impossible."
Harry also made a firm commitment regarding the future of the Invictus Games.
"From one soldier to another, I also promise you this: so long as our brothers and sisters are striving to heal and grow, the games will go on," the prince vowed. "So long as there are those around the world who view you with sympathy rather than admiration and respect, the games will go on. And so long as the challenges around us demand it and require it, the games will go on."
On X, Harry was showered with praises following the successful completion of the Invictus Games and his incredible speech.
Someone wrote, "That was a powerful Speech, very emotional very inspiring. We are incredibly proud of you."
Another said, "Excellent games. Excellent athletes. Excellent spirit. So proud our nation could host the Invictus Games."
A third person noted, "Brilliant and heartfelt speech. I would be so proud of him if he was my son. I'm proud of him anyway. Well done to everyone who participated in the games and the family and friends who supported them."
Before Valentine's Day on February 14, Meghan returned to the family's Montecito home with Harry and their children, Archie, 5, and Lilibet, 3, after accompanying her husband to Canada for the Invictus Games opening ceremony and several early events.
While reflecting on Harry's achievement in closing the Invictus Games, Meghan also took to social media on Valentine's Day to share her love for him. She posted a black-and-white photo of the couple kissing, writing:
"Back home taking care of our babies, and missing my Valentine, as he continues on at the Invictus Games, changing lives and reminding all of us of the power of healing and resilience through these incredible veterans and their families," Meghan wrote alongside the photo.
She continued, "Beyond proud of my husband and what he's created. My love, I will eat burgers & fries and fish & chips with you forever. Thank you for you.#lovewins."
The Vancouver Whistler games were a milestone as the first-ever Winter Invictus Games, part of the international adaptive sports event Harry founded in 2014 to support wounded, ill, and injured service members and veterans.
In an interview with People Magazine during the Games, Harry shared his appreciation for Meghan's presence at the event.
"To have my wife here supporting me is amazing. I love that she's by my side. It's such an important piece to this whole adventure," he told the publication.
The Invictus Games also hold significant meaning for the couple, as it was at the 2017 Toronto Games that they made their first public appearance together.