Prince Harry's Invictus Games Toronto: All the best photos

In his closing speech, Prince Harry applauded the athletes for a job well done and encouraged all those watching at home to embrace the Invictus Games' spirit of service. <p>Photo: Getty Images
Unlike the opening ceremonies, where she sat in the section over from Prince Harry, Meghan had a prime seat in a private box for the closing festivities. The actress watched the ceremony with her mom Doria and close friends Jessica Mulroney and Markus Anderson. <p>Photo: Getty Images
Just before Bruce Springsteen's set, Prince Harry sneaked up to see Meghan in the private box. <p>Photo: Getty Images
The lovebirds were in their own little world as they watched The Boss perform. Shortly after, Harry headed to the stage to officially close the games. <p>Photo: Getty Images
Bruce Springsteen and Bryan Adams performed a surprise duet during the show! <p>Photo: Getty Images
Kelly Clarkson belted out two songs during the show, her new song "Love So Soft," and her inspiring hit single "Stronger." <p>Photo: Getty Images
Athletes and their families gathered to take the ultimate group photo ahead of the closing ceremonies on Saturday (Sept. 30). <p>Photo: Getty Images
Prince Harry had some company at the wheelchair basketball qualifiers on Friday (Sept. 29). Former President Barack Obama and Former Vice President Joe Biden, along with his wife Dr. Jill Biden, dropped by the Pan Am Centre to catch a game. <p>Barack headed to the games after giving an inspiring speech at a luncheon in downtown Toronto. </p> <p>Photo by Karwai Tang/WireImage
Following an inspirational speech by 101-year-old WW2 vet Norm Baker, Prince Harry raced up to shake his hand. Norm applauded the athletes for their incredible performance at the games. <p>Photo: Chris Jackson/Getty Images for the Invictus Games Foundation
World of Dance star Derek Hough is all smiles as he prepares to play in the Jaguar/Land Rover Celebrity Wheelchair Rugby game. He faced off against stars like celebrity chef Robert Irvine. <p>Photo: Chris Jackson/Getty Images for the Invictus Games Foundation
The crowd at WE Day received a royal surprise on Thursday (Sept. 28) when Prince Harry dropped in for a quick speech. The 33-year-old told the youth how much he admired their dedication to service. <p>Photo: Chris Jackson/Getty Images for the Invictus Games Foundation
Harry was back at Mattamy Athletic Centre on Wednesday night to watch sitting volleyball. The royal was joined in the stands by little Emily Henson, daughter of Olympian Dave Henson and his wife Hayley. <p>Photo: Getty Images
Sharing is caring! Prince Harry and Emily enjoyed snack time while watching the teams face off in the semi-final of sitting volleyball. <p>Photo: Getty Images
The duo swapped silly faces. <p>Photo: Getty Images
...another one. <p>Photo: Getty Images
Harry and Emily quickly became the best of friends! <p>Photo: Getty Images
On Tuesday (Sept. 26) afternoon, Prince Harry checked out all the action on the green at St. George's Golf Club. It's the first time golf has been played at the Invictus Games. <p>Photo by Chris Jackson/Getty Images for the Invictus Games Foundation
While on the course, the royal chatted with player Roberto Punzo. <p>Photo: Chris Jackson/Getty Images for the Invictus Games Foundation
Prince Harry handed out medals and posed with the top three athletes in women's cycling. Quebec native Julie Marcotte (C) took home gold in the event. <p>Photo by Samir Hussein/WireImage
Helpful Harry gives a Dutch competitor a hand at the starting line of the Cycling Time Trial on Tuesday (Sept. 26) in High Park. <p>Photo by Chris Jackson/Getty Images for the Invictus Games Foundation
The moment royal watchers were waiting for happened on Monday afternoon when Prince Harry and his girlfriend Meghan Markle arrived hand-in-hand to watch wheelchair tennis at Nathan Phillips Square. The couple stayed for approximately 30 minutes and chatted with competitors before being whisked away by security. <p>Photo: Getty Images
On the first official day of competition, Prince Harry headed up to York University to watch track and field events. Here, the royal helps a fan get ready to cheer on his country. <p>Photo: Getty Images
Harry presented medals to the 100 meter medalists (L-R) silver medalist Sabrina Daulaus (France,) gold medalist Sarah Rudder (USA) and bronze medalist Christy Wise (USA). <p>Photo: by GEOFF ROBINS/AFP/Getty Images
The royal hugger strikes again! Harry congratulates a US competitor during the athletics competition at York Lions Stadium. <p>Photo by Samir Hussein/WireImage
Part of Harry's royal duties while in Toronto included meeting The Duke Edinburgh's International Gold Award winners Jessica Silva (L) and Augusta White. <p>Recipients of the award are honoured for fulfilling projects related to personal and community development. The initiative was founded by Harry's grandfather Prince Philip in 1963. </p> Photo: Chris Jackson/Getty Images for the Invictus Games Foundation
The 2017 Invictus Games Toronto officially kicked off on Saturday night during the opening ceremonies at the Air Canada Centre. <p>Prince Harry took the stage to deliver a passionate speech directed at the athletes and warned spectators to prepare themselves for a week of fierce competition.</p> "Invictus is about the dedication of the men and women who served their countries, confronted hardship, and refused to be defined by their injuries," Harry told the audience. "In the days ahead, I know many of you will be experiencing Invictus for the first time. I hope you're ready. I hope you're ready to see the meaning of teamwork that proves anything is possible when we work together." <p>Photo: Getty Images
The crowd went wild when Team Canada marched into the arena. <p>Photo: Getty Images
Thousands packed the Air Canada Centre to welcome Team Canada and 16 other competing nations. <p>Photo: Invictus Games Toronto 2017 @InvictusToronto
In a spirited speech, the PM applauded the athletes for continuing to "serve their country with passion and integrity." <p>Photo: Invictus Games Toronto 2017 @InvictusToronto
Meghan Markle made her royal debut at the opening ceremonies. She was seated in the section next to her boyfriend. <p>Photo: Getty Images
A host of dignitaries joined Prince Harry at the opening ceremonies. Front row from left: Ukrainian President Petro Poroshenko and his wife Maryna; Sophie Gregoire-Trudeau and her husband Prime Minister Justin Trudeau. Middle row from left: US first lady Melania Trump; Prince Harry; Governor General David Johnston, and his wife Sharon Johnston. Back rown from left: Dr. Ralf Speth, CEO of Land Rover; Ontario Premier Kathleen Wynne; Sir Keith Mills, Chairman of Invictus Games Foundation; and Michael Burns, CEO of IG2017. <p>Photo: GEOFF ROBINS/AFP/Getty Images
Sarah McLachlan performed two songs during the festivities, including "I Will Remember You" in tribute to fallen soldiers. <p>Photo: Invictus Games Toronto 2017 @InvictusToronto
The Invictus Games flame has arrived in Toronto. <p>Photo: Getty Images
Singer Wayne Newton travelled to Toronto with First Lady Melania Trump to support the US team. <p>Photo Invictus Games Toronto 2017 @InvictusToronto
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and Prince Harry reunited on Saturday (Sept. 23) after first meeting at the kick off to the games last May. The duo enjoyed a short chat at the Royal York before heading to the Air Canada Centre for the opening ceremonies. <p>Photo: Chris Jackson/Getty Images
Before meeting up with Harry, Justin Trudeau received his very own Team Canada Roots jacket. <p>Photo credit: Invictus Games Toronto 2017 @InvictusToronto
On Saturday afternoon, Harry braved the unseasonably warm fall weather to check out the Jaguar Land Rover Driving Challenge at the Distillery District. The royal cheered on drivers from the sidelines before handing out medals to the winning teams. <p>Photo: Getty Images
The adventurous royal hopped in a car with a German athlete to whip around the Jaguar Canada challenge course. <p>Photo: Getty Images
Harry also hit the course with five-year-old Daimy Gommers, who it turns out was also Harry's chauffeur at last year's Invictus Games in Orlando. <p>Photo Chris Jackson/Getty Images
Hold on Prince Harry! <p>Photo: Invictus Games Toronto 2017 @InvictusToronto
Melania Trump arrived in Toronto on Saturday to support US athletes competing at the Games. The First Lady spent some time chatting with the royal at the Sheraton Centre. <p>Photo: Chris Jackson/Getty Images
On his second day in Toronto, Prince Harry visited the Centre for Addiction and Mental Health, where he met with doctors and researchers to learn more about the centre's programs. Afterwards, the royal greeted a large crowd of fans, including this adorable little puppy! <p>Photo: Chris Jackson/Getty Images
Prince Harry talked strategy with UK team member Charlie Walker during a training session at the Pan Am Sports Centre. <p>Photo: Chris Jackson/Getty Images for Invictus Games Foundation
Team Romania is ready to compete! <p>Photo: Chris Jackson/Getty Images for Invictus Games Foundation
Harry delivered some words of encouragement to a member of Denmark's team during a training session on the eve of the Games. <p>Photo: Chris Jackson/Getty Images for Invictus Games Foundation
Team Australia received a pep talk from the 33-year-old royal. <p>Photo: Chris Jackson/Getty Images for Invictus Games Foundation
The games haven't even started yet and Harry is already having the time of his life. <p>Photo by Chris Jackson/Getty Images for Invictus Games Foundation
Ahead of the True Patriot Love Symposium on Sept. 22, Prince Harry met with veterans and their families. <p>Photo: Chris Jackson/Getty Images for Invictus Games Foundation
Toronto is ready to catch a glimpse of their prince! <p>Photo: Getty Images
Ahead of the official kick off to the Invictus Games on Sept. 23, Prince Harry attended the True Patriot Love Symposium in downtown Toronto. <p>Photo: Getty Images
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