Prince Harry and Meghan Markle have said they are counting down the days until they return to Canada.
The Duke and Duchess of Sussex spent three days in Whistler last week for the 2025 Invictus Games launch event.
The first-ever winter edition of the sporting competition will take place in February next year.
The couple attended all three days of the launch event from February 14 to February 16 and were pictured beaming throughout.
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle have said they are counting down the days until they return to Canada.
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The Sussexes have now opened up on their excitement for the main competition in 12 months.
Harry and Meghan told People: "We loved being back in Canada, a place so meaningful to both of us.
"It was an honor to be welcomed by the Four Host First Nations, as we marked One Year To Go, together with Invictus coaches, competitors and families."
They added: "It filled our hearts to once again be surrounded by Canadian people, food and culture.
The Sussexes have opened up on their excitement for the main competition in 12 months.
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"We felt the Invictus spirit and excitement throughout Whistler and Vancouver, and are so grateful to all our hosts for organising such a memorable visit.
"We’re counting down the days until we return!"
On the final day of the event in Whistler, Prince Harry made an emotional speech as Meghan Markle watched on.
The Duke of Sussex spoke of the international sporting competition being an opportunity for Invictus athletes to inspire people around the world.
The couple attended all three days of the launch event from February 14 to February 16 and were pictured beaming throughout.
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Prince Harry made an emotional speech as Meghan Markle watched on.
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Harry said: "The last few days have been incredible. The smiles I have seen on the faces in the last few days, it proves why we do what we do and that was just for the competitors.
"Imagine what it will be like when friends and family get in a coach, get in a bus, and head up to Whistler. And get to spend hours or the whole day up in that beautiful mountain air.
"Every single one of you inspire me, inspire us every single day. So please continue to be there to support each other.
"I know how much you love to serve — in many instances, you live to serve — so we will continue to give you the opportunity to serve and to inspire people up, down the country and around the world."
