King Charles makes rare comment of support for Prince Harry's Invictus Games

Just days after Prince Harry concluded the 2025 Invictus Games in Vancouver, King Charles has surprised royal watchers with an unexpected remark about the event.

While attending an engagement at Imperial College London’s Centre for Injury Studies on Wednesday, the monarch briefly acknowledged the tournament his youngest son founded in 2014 for wounded and injured veterans.

During his visit, King Charles observed a demonstration of cutting-edge virtual reality biofeedback technology, presented by former Army captain and para-sports athlete David Henson—a longtime friend of Prince Harry.

The King inquired whether Henson still participated in sports, to which he replied:

"So I'm a touch too old, I think. I did the Invictus Games in 2014 and 2016, Paralympics in 2016 and I stayed one of the trustees of the Invictus Games until the end of 2023 - so I've certainly been involved with it. I'm back in the defence industry now."

In response, King Charles enthusiastically praised his connection to the Games, simply saying: “Fantastic.”

Despite ongoing tensions between Prince Harry and the royal family—especially following his explosive claims in his memoir Spare—King Charles is reportedly still on speaking terms with his youngest son.

What is Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's connection to the Invictus Games?

The Invictus Games hold special significance for Prince Harry, as he founded the event in 2014 to support wounded, injured, and sick servicemen and women. Meghan Markle has been a steadfast supporter, often attending the games alongside her husband. Their joint appearances at these events highlight their shared commitment to veteran causes and provide a platform to showcase their solidarity as a couple.

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