Speculation grows around Meghan Markle’s role as senior royals eyed to support 2027 event
Prince Harry is battling to preserve the future of the Invictus Games—his most personal and impactful post-royal project—as financial pressures and behind-the-scenes royal dynamics threaten to derail its momentum.
Launched in 2014 to honour wounded, injured, and sick service members through sport, the Invictus Games has become a defining part of Harry’s public identity. But now, with the 2027 event slated for Birmingham, the Games face a series of serious setbacks.
The city’s ongoing financial crisis, following a high-profile declaration of bankruptcy, has left little public funding to support the large-scale international event. Organisers are reportedly struggling to secure sponsorship and institutional backing—sparking internal discussions about potentially involving other senior royals to help stabilise the brand.
Sources suggest that Prince William, Princess Catherine, and even Zara and Mike Tindall could be approached to lend their support, a move that may signal a quiet shift in control away from Harry himself.
Meanwhile, Meghan Markle’s growing presence at Invictus has stirred debate. Her appearances—marked by designer outfits and high-profile photo ops—have drawn criticism from some veterans and supporters, who feel her image clashes with the event’s core values of humility, sacrifice, and resilience.
One attendee at a recent Canadian Invictus event described the atmosphere as taking on a “Hollywood detachment,” raising concerns that the glitz and media attention could overshadow the athletes themselves.
While Harry has defended his wife’s involvement, calling her an “integral part” of the initiative, questions remain about whether her role enhances or distracts from the Games’ original mission.
As plans for the 2027 event continue amid growing uncertainty, Harry now faces the challenge of holding onto the soul of the Games—while navigating political roadblocks, shifting public perception, and potential changes in royal involvement.
