Prince Harry spoke about his solo public engagements in Canada, marking a significant moment at the Gray Cup match in Vancouver. The Duke of Sussex attended the Canadian Football League championship on Sunday, radiating happiness during the event, while Meghan Markle was noticeably absent.
Harry’s appearance in the Gray Cup It aligns with the Sussexes’ recent trend of pursuing independent engagements. His attendance at Invictus-related events in Vancouver reflects his dedication to causes close to his heart. Prince Harry and Meghan Markle are increasingly separating their professional paths, as recently seen with Prince Harry’s solo trip to Canada to promote the Invictus 2025 Games.
The statement read“Yesterday, Prince Harry, Duke of Sussex, made a notable appearance at the Gray Cup in Vancouver, participating in a symbolic jersey pass that highlighted the growing momentum of the Invictus Games Vancouver Whistler 2025.”
The statement highlighted the importance of the Gray Cup, calling it “Canada’s most-watched sporting event,” with more than 50,000 attendees live and millions more watching via streaming. This year’s event marked a milestone, as it was the first time in a decade that the championship returned to British Columbia.
The statement further details Harry’s role in the event: “The Duke took center stage during the broadcast alongside Team Canada competitor Wen Nie and presented a special IG25 jersey to Amar Doman, owner of the BC Lions”. The symbolic passing of the jersey, the statement notes, emphasizes the connection between the Gray Cup and the Invictus Games.
“It served as a powerful reminder of the Games’ mission: to inspire, empower and bring together athletes from around the world who have experienced life-changing injuries or illnesses.” With the Invictus Games set to begin in less than three months, Harry’s presence at the Gray Cup was described as a “pivotal moment” in generating hype for the event.
The statement concluded: “The passing of the jersey was a reminder that the journey to the Games is not just about competing but about coming together as a global community to celebrate resilience, determination and the power of sport to heal and inspire.” . Prince Harry’s participation continues to underline his unwavering commitment to fostering global unity and supporting the Invictus community.