Prince Harry's Invictus Games, a sports competition for veterans and service personnel, has garnered significant success since its inception in 2014. The event, which is the Duke of Sussex's passion project, has been praised for its ability to raise funds and engage multiple governments in its cause.
However, reports suggest that there may have been feelings of jealousy from Prince William towards the success of the Invictus Games. It is noted that Prince Harry's initiative has received substantial financial support and international recognition, surprising some members of the royal family.
Originally established under The Royal Foundation of The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge and Prince Harry, the Invictus Games saw Prince Harry and Meghan Markle join as patrons before the couple's departure from the foundation in 2019. Despite stepping back from their royal duties in 2020, Prince Harry and Meghan have continued their involvement with the Invictus Games.
While the royal family initially supported the event, recent years have seen a decline in their participation. The rift between Prince Harry and Prince William has been highlighted, with Prince Harry acknowledging a history of competition between them, fueled by media narratives.
Prince Harry's recent visit to the U.K. following King Charles' cancer diagnosis did not lead to a reunion with Prince William, indicating ongoing tensions within the family. The significance of these hostilities was underscored by Prince William's lack of plans to meet with Prince Harry during his visit.
Despite the strained relationship between the brothers, Prince Harry expressed hope that King Charles' health situation could potentially bring the family together. He emphasized the importance of family unity and mentioned plans to visit the U.K. in the future.
Regarding the ABC News special covering Prince Harry's involvement with the Invictus Games, there have been speculations about potential conflicts with the Duke and Duchess of Sussex's Netflix production deal. However, ABC routinely streams its shows and specials on Hulu, providing viewers with access to the coverage.
