Prince Harry’s acclaimed Invictus Games set their sights on Korea.
Launched by Prince Harry in 2014, the Invictus Games celebrate the resilience of veterans.
Since its inception in 2014 by the 41-year-old Duke, the Invictus Games have served as an inspiring platform for military veterans facing challenges due to injuries or illnesses. On Monday, July 20, 2026, it was officially unveiled that the event is slated to make its Asian debut in 2029. Daejeon, a vibrant city in South Korea, successfully clinched the opportunity to host, edging out strong competitors such as San Diego in the United States and Aalborg in Denmark.
Lord Charles Allen, Chair of the Invictus Games Foundation, hailed the choice of Daejeon as a “defining moment” for the games.
He said: “As the first Asian nation selected to host the Games, the Republic of Korea represents an exciting new chapter in our journey to ensure that more wounded, injured and sick service personnel and veterans, wherever they live, can benefit from the power of sport and the strength of the Invictus community.
Around 550 competitors from 26 nations will take part in 12 sports at the Korea event, which will take place from 6-15 October, 2029.
Na Hyeong-yoon, a former Invictus Games competitor who appeared in Harry's Heart of Invictus TV series, is proud that Korea has been chosen to host.
The cyclist said in a statement, “I have always believed that the greatest barrier is not disability itself, but the way society perceives it. Through the Invictus Games, I have seen that those perceptions can change.
“Now, in 2029, it will be Korea’s turn to lead that change. I hope the Invictus Games in Daejeon will showcase the strength, potential, and pride of our wounded service personnel and veterans and become a turning point in transforming how our society sees them.”
The news comes after Harry took part in events including a laser run, wheelchair rugby, and pickleball, at an event in Birmingham earlier this month as part of a one-year countdown event to the next Invictus Games being staged in the English city next year.
In a speech at the event, Harry - who lives in California with wife Meghan, Duchess of Sussex and their two children - noted it was "incredibly special" to bring the competition back to the UK.
He added: “Not just because this is where the Invictus journey first began, but because Britain has always understood the importance of service, resilience, and standing together when it matters most.”