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Invictus Games

September 15, 2023

The Invictus Games is a sporting event for soldiers who have suffered physical or psychological wounds while serving their countries in war zones. This year's event is in Dusseldorf from September 9 to 16.

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Brent Garlic of Team United States competes in the Mixed Team Wheelchair Rugby Gold Medal match
Image: Getty Images for Invictus Games Düsseldorf 2023

The Invictus Games were inaugurated by Britain's Prince Harry in 2014 after he served with the British army in Afghanistan. "Invictus" is the Latin word for undefeated or unconquered. 

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