Prince Harry attentively protected pregnant Meghan from a sailor's bear hugs
On Sunday, Prince Harry and Duchess Meghan attended a sailing competition for the second day of the Invictus Games at Sydney Harbor. There they got to meet some of the sailors who came aboard their boat.
One American participant was in high spirits as he hugged Harry passionately. When it was Meghan’s turn for a hug, the prince protectively warned the sailor to not be as rough.
Prince Harry, 34, received an unexpected bear hug from an American sailor at the Invictus Games this weekend. The sailor hugged the prince tightly while patting his and even lifted him off the ground.
Harry’s pregnant wife, Duchess Meghan, 37, found this all amusing as she watched and laughed. She was heard joking:
“Now that’s a hug! Nicely done!”
⛵ Well done Team Denmark on a spectacular performance to finish 2nd in the @InvictusSydney Elliott 7 Team final! 🇩🇰🥈#IG2018 pic.twitter.com/5wzFNkohqi
— The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge (@KensingtonRoyal) October 21, 2018
For more on this story go to our Twitter account @amomama_usa. She’s due to give birth next year in the spring.
When it came time for her to meet the excited sailor, Harry was on hand to warn him not to be as rough with his wife. The athlete was heard saying: “No, I know,” before laughing with the couple.
The Duke and Duchess of Sussex took to the water to watch the @InvictusSydney Elliott 7 Team final — congratulations @AussieInvictus on your gold medal! 🇦🇺🥇 #IG2018 pic.twitter.com/isFFzBeUYj
— The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge (@KensingtonRoyal) October 21, 2018
This year marked the first time in the Invictus Games that sailing has been included in the competition. The Invictus Games are a Paralympic-style competition for wounded and recovering service members and veterans from around the world.
🇨🇦 Catching up with @IGTeamCanada following today’s @InvictusSydney Sailing final #IG2018 pic.twitter.com/MoL1Dwzojx
— The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge (@KensingtonRoyal) October 21, 2018
It also includes other sports such as wheelchair basketball, sitting volleyball, and indoor rowing. The competition has been held around the world since 2014.
⛵ Today Sydney Harbour provided a spectacular backdrop for the #InvictusGames debut of sailing!
— The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge (@KensingtonRoyal) October 21, 2018
Find out more about all 12 sports that @InvictusSydney athletes will be competing in: https://t.co/vEZGettmKC pic.twitter.com/7r3wFNAkrm
On the same day, Harry met three Australian cyclists at another Invictus event in Sydney. After the race, one athlete asked the Royal to sign his Speedos.
Yay! Team USA 😊👍
— Katrina 🕊️🌸🛡️ (@dazzlegal) October 21, 2018
LOL! 😂 Prince Harry was watching that guy like a hawk. Making sure he's gentle with his hug towards his wife after that bear hug he gave him. 😂👍
Russell Myers, a Royal correspondent, revealed that Harry jokingly agreed, but only if the cyclist would wear the swimsuit on his head. The athlete obliged but the prince had to politely decline because of Royal protocol that doesn’t allow signatures.
The whole vibes here is just positive and energetic. Loving this tour so much! 😍👏🏻
— Min ✨🍋 Meghan Thee Markle 💖 (@MmMin57) October 21, 2018
Later, he was gifted with his own pair of Australian Speedos which he jokingly wore over his pants. This tour has revealed how close the Royal couple is.
Hugs all round from Team USA following the @InvictusSydney Elliot 7 Team final! 🇺🇸 #IG2018 pic.twitter.com/qIc7PimyFd
— The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge (@KensingtonRoyal) October 21, 2018
On Wednesday, they showed off their new form of hand-holding during an outing in Melbourne. Harry was seen holding onto Meghan’s hand while he reached behind his back to hold onto her hand with his other hand.
He was recorded lovingly stroking her thumb just as he did during their wedding ceremony in St. George’s Chapel.
