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Prince Harry said he was “delighted” to announce that Daejeon, South Korea, will host the next Invictus Games in 2029. The Duke of Sussex said in a statement: “Today’s announcement is a defining moment for the Invictus Movement.
“We are pleased to announce that Daejeon, South Korea will host the 2029 Invictus Games and are excited to work together on behalf of the Invictus Games Foundation.
“As the first Asian country chosen to host the Games, the Republic of Korea represents an exciting new chapter in our journey to ensure more wounded, injured and ill service personnel and veterans can benefit from the power of sport and the power of the Invictus community.”
The announcement makes the Republic of Korea the first Asian country to host the sporting event.
The games will take place in and around the Daejeon Convention Center in Yuseong-gu from October 6 to 15, 2029.
It will bring together 550 competitors from 26 countries in 12 sports with the support of 1,100 family members and friends.
Next year, after the Invictus Games are completed in Birmingham, Daejeon will receive the Invictus Games flag as part of the Closing Ceremony in the UK, with the aim of taking on the role for the next two years.
According to the announcement released today, hosting the games in South Korea “will provide the opportunity to further strengthen understanding and support for the military community in Asia while showcasing the role that sports can play in rehabilitation, recovery and lifelong well-being.”
Lord Allen, chairman of the Invictus Games Foundation, said: “Today’s announcement is a defining moment for the Invictus Movement.
“We are pleased to announce Daejeon as the preferred host for Invictus Games 2029 and look forward to working together.
“As the first Asian country chosen to host the Games, the Republic of Korea represents an exciting new chapter in our journey to ensure more wounded, injured and ill service personnel and veterans can benefit from the power of sport and the power of the Invictus community, wherever they live.”
He said organizers were “deeply impressed” by “Daejeon’s vision, the commitment of its partners, and its ambition to create a lasting legacy that extends well beyond the closing ceremony.”
He also thanked Aalborg from Denmark and San Diego from the USA for taking part in the tender process.
