Prince Harry's Invictus Games unveiled some new sports that fill feature in upcoming editions of the competition during a special event in Birmingham today.
The Duke of Sussex announced on Monday that the 2027 Invictus Games will be held in Birmingham.
Harry founded the Invictus Games a decade ago when he was still a working member of the Royal Family.
Despite stepping down from the monarchy in 2020, Prince Harry has continued his work with the sporting competition for veterans.
Prince Harry's Invictus Games unveiled some new sports that fill feature in upcoming editions of the competition during a special event in Birmingham today.
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The first Invictus Games were held in London in 2014 and the Duke of Sussex hosted an anniversary event to mark the occasion earlier this year at St Paul's Cathedral
Birmingham was chosen over DC Washington on the final two destination shortlist in a choice between the UK or the US as the hosting nation.
Today a special flag raising ceremony attended by the newly appointed Minister for Veterans and People, the Rt Hon Al Carns OBE MC took place to mark the successful bid.
This was followed by a demonstration of some of the new sports that will feature at the Invictus Games including pickleball and laser run.
The Duke of Sussex announced on Monday that the 2027 Invictus Games will be held in Birmingham.
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Al Carns said in a statement on Monday: "The Invictus Games harness the power of sport to supercharge the recovery and rehabilitation of military personnel and veterans.
"Our exceptional Armed Forces make countless acts of courage and selflessness in their duties and we will always support wounded, injured and sick personnel and veterans.
"The Invictus Games are just one way we offer lasting support to personnel and veterans facing illness or injury."
Helen Helliwell, CEO of the Invictus Games Birmingham 2027 spoke of her pride at the city being named as host for the competition.
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Harry founded the Invictus Games a decade ago when he was still a working member of the Royal Family.
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Helliwell said: "I am honoured our bid has been selected, bringing the Invictus Games back to the UK.
"At NEC Birmingham, we’ll host the most cohesive, sustainable event in Invictus Games history with all sports, ceremonies, and accommodation on one fantastic site.
"Beyond the Games, our legacy programs will benefit communities nationwide, from adaptive sports to arts and employment."
