The closing ceremony of the Invictus Games is just around the corner, and there’s one notable absence that has caught everyone’s attention.
Meghan, the Duchess of Sussex, is nowhere to be found on the schedule, leading to speculation about her decision to skip the event altogether.
This revelation comes as a surprise, considering her previous involvement in the games.
So, what could be the reason behind her absence?
It seems that Megan’s popularity in the UK is not as high as expected, which may have influenced her decision.
Reports suggest that organizers initially scheduled her for a special role at the closing ceremony, where she would personally moderate the stories of war-disabled competitors and their families.
However, it appears that the organizers had a change of heart, possibly fearing that Megan would shift the focus onto herself rather than the participants.
Instead, presenter Hadnet Tesfai will now take on this role alone, alongside Federal President Frank-Walter Steinmeier, who will give a speech thanking the participants for their commitment.
Following this, Prince Harry will deliver his final speech, marking the end of the Invictus Games.
This unexpected turn of events has raised eyebrows and sparked discussions about Megan’s level of involvement in the games.
Some speculate that her absence may be a strategic move to avoid any potential controversies or distractions.
Others believe that her low popularity in the UK may have contributed to the decision.
In the midst of this news, another intriguing image has surfaced, capturing Prince William driving Prince Andrew to church at Balmoral.
The headlines suggest that William opposes Andrew’s return to the royal fold and views the outing as a PR stunt.
While this cannot be confirmed, it is speculated that the decision may have come from someone other than William, possibly the king himself.
On a different note, the success of the Invictus Games has been a topic of discussion lately.
Despite the involvement of Netflix and the efforts of Prince Harry, the event failed to make it into the top 10.
Some attribute this to Meghan’s cameo appearance in a documentary related to the games, which many feel was unnecessary and diverted attention from the true purpose of the event.
Criticism towards Prince Harry has also been growing, with radio shock jock Kyle Sendlands expressing his frustration with the prince’s constant whining about his past.
Sendlands, who faced his own struggles as a teenager, believes that Harry’s perspective is skewed and fails to acknowledge the hardships faced by others.
Moreover, even some Invictus veterans have started questioning Harry’s actions.
One double amputee war hero, Ben McBean, expressed his disagreement with Harry’s claims that the British press did not cover the plight of wounded troops in Afghanistan.
He highlighted the extensive media coverage of veterans through events like Help for Heroes, Pride of Britain, and the Millie Awards.
As the Invictus Games draws to a close, the absence of Meghan and the growing criticism towards Prince Harry have added an unexpected twist to the event.
While the games continue to celebrate the incredible stories of resilience and triumph, it seems that the royal couple’s presence has become a subject of scrutiny.
Only time will tell how these developments will impact their public image and future endeavors.