From all of us at the
@InvictusGamesDE
, a heartfelt HAPPY BIRTHDAY to the founder and patron of
@WeAreInvictus
, Prince Harry, The Duke of Sussex 💛 You've given hope, inspired millions and never stop putting a smile on peoples faces 🫡
They have arrived! We are honoured to welcome the Patron of
@WeAreInvictus
and his wife, Prince Harry and Meghan, the Duke and Duchess of Sussex to Düsseldorf! They were greeted by Mayor Dr. Keller, Secretary of State Möller and Brigadier Marstaller and General Laubenthal.
Welcome to Canada 🇨🇦 Prime Minister
@JustinTrudeau
invites you to experience the next Invictus Games from 6 - 17 February 2025 👉 Welcome to the
@InvictusGames25
🍁
Are you ready? The incredible experience that is the
#InvictusGames
is coming ever closer.
Be a part of it to experience the power of sport in recovery in Düsseldorf 9-16 Sept 2023.
Tickets for the Opening and Closing Ceremonies are now available!
📲
🌟 And it's a wrap! 🌟
With tears of joy and hearts full of inspiration, we bid farewell to the Invictus Games 2023 presented by
@boeing
. The last 7⃣ days have taught us that strength, resilience, and unity know no bounds.
#aHomeForRespect
We are pleased to announce that The Duke and Duchess of Sussex will be joining us in Düsseldorf on the 6th September to mark one year to go until the Invictus Games Dusseldorf 2023!
More information coming soon.
@WeAreInvictus
#InvictusGames
#AHomeForRespect
THE ARENA IS OPEN 🏟️ We are getting ready for the Closing Ceremony of the
#IG23
🎆 Let's celebrate the past week and let's dance the night away together in
#aHomeForRespect
💛
🇬🇧
Today, the 4t! of August is a special day - the birthday of the Duchess of Sussex
#Meghan
Markle! We wish you all the best and are happy about your support for the Invictus Games
and our athletes. See you in Düsseldorf!
We were proud to welcome:
👉 Over 125,000 visitors
👉 Around 1,000 accredited journalists
👉 Over 14,000 student visits
👉 Around 1,500 visits from military allies
👉 Over 25 million online visitors from around the world
"Ich bin ein Düsseldorfer" —
@WeAreInvictus
Patron Pince Harry, the Duke of Sussex, at the official opening ceremony of the Invictus Games Düsseldorf 2023 presented by
@Boeing
.
#IG23
#aHomeForRespect
📺 Re-watch his inspiring address to our competitors, friends, families &…
At the heart of the games, we witness a strength beyond measure...
Meet Ottavio Marrobio from Team 🇮🇹 , who carries the memory of his beloved daughter. Despite his profound loss, he's here at
#AHomeForRespect
, reminding us all that love endures and the human spirit can rise even…
You guys are incredible! 🤩 600 Volunteers from all over the world, with many more arriving in the next few days, are attending our official volunteer kick off evening in
#D
üsseldorf 💛🖤 Let's get to work transforming this city into
#aHomeForRespect
#IAmPower
"Power is not about muscles. It is about keeping up without hope of victory." — A truly Invictus hero
@taira_paievska
shared with us. Slava Ukraini! 🇺🇦
#IG23
🇬🇧/🇺🇸 Good morning! Today we’re expecting the visit of the Patron of
@WeAreInvictus
and his wife, Prince Harry and Meghan Markle, The Duke and Duchess of Sussex.
Please make sure to follow
#IG23
throughout the day for up to date information 📲
Heart of Invictus now streaming on
@netflix
! 📺 Witness the indominable spirit of our wounded warriors yourself at the Invictus Games Düsseldorf 2023, from 9-16 September. 🎗️Feel the power, get your tickets now and stand with these true champions. 🎉🇩🇪
🇬🇧 What a day! Yesterday, Düsseldorf showed that the city is ready to become
#aHomeForRespect
. The impressions from our Official Launch Event will accompany us for a long time. We can't wait to welcome you back in one year's time for
#IG23
! Let's do it! 🖤(❤️)💛
These are the magic moments of
#ig23
. The Invictus Games Düsseldorf 2023 presented by
@boeing
not only show how to overcome challenges they also show how to spread love properly.
The whole team wishes you all the best and we’re glad she said ‚yes‘ in front of the whole team.…
🇬🇧 | The Invictus Games are coming to Germany. And today, Harry, Duke of Sussex and German Minister of Defence
@akk
reveal when the international sport event for wounded, injured and sick servicemen and women will take place:
The Invictus Games Düsseldorf: 9-16 September 2023
The
@InvictusGames25
will be held on the traditional territories of the Lil̓wat7úl (Líl̓wat), xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish) and səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh) Nations 🍁 They welcome you to their land 💛
We are proud to welcome military delegations from all over the world 🌎 No matter where you are from, the Invictus Community is our competitors, families and visitors home away from home 💛
#aHomeForRespect
🇬🇧 With just a few days to the visit of the patron of
@WeAreInvictus
and his wife, Prince Harry & Meghan Markle, the Duke and Duchess of Sussex, preparations in Düsseldorf are in full swing! We look forward to an exciting next week. More infos 🔜
#IG23
#1Y2G
#aHomeForRespect
🇬🇧 Heart of Invictus follows a group of extraordinary competitors from around the globe: service members who have experienced life-changing injuries or illnesses on their road to the Invictus Games. Premieres August 30 on
@netflix
🎥
Give a round of applause to our peers, who are trained in psychological first aid and took care of our invisibly injured service women and men today, during the national civil defence test 👏👏👏👏
#IG23
🇬🇧 The crowd is gathering, the anticipation is palpable. Shortly, we will no longer count time as "one year +x days" but rather only in days. We want to put service men and women into focus, bring respect to veterans and their families. The Duke and Duchess will arrive shortly.
The Invictus Games Düsseldorf 2023 presented by
@boeing
are close to its end. Let's recall what these games are all about and get ready for the closing ceremony.
#IG23
🚩🚩🚩Reminder: Tonight, we'll start our FREE livestream of the Invictus Games with the Opening ceremony.
There are a lot of links going around pretending to be official streams. Our stream will be free - anything else is likely a scam.
For the free Invictus Games Stream check…
AND IT'S GOLD FOR POLAND 🥇 in sitting volleyball 🏐 Congratulations from all of us at the
#IG23
🎉 and good night until the last day of the
#InvictusGames
We welcome the presidential delegation of the 🇺🇸 (
@whitehouse
) at the Invictus Games Düsseldorf 2023 presented by
@boeing
. As part of the delegation the U.S. Ambassador Germany Dr Amy Gutmann and Carlos Del Toro, Secretary of the United States Navy visit the
@invictusteamus
.
The…
🙌🌟 A big thank you to our sponsors! 🌟🙌
As the Invictus Games 2023 presented by
@Boeing
continue to inspire us with courage, we want to express our gratitude to our sponsors for allowing us to tell the inspiring stories of our competitors.
@FisherHouseFdtn
@Deloitte
@amazon
…
🇬🇧 What an evening 🥳! We have been waiting for this moment for a long time. What better way to kick off the
#IG23
than at
@sportstudio
. Stay tuned for the upcoming competitions 😎.
🇩🇪 Was für ein Abend 🥳! Auf diesen Moment haben wir schon lange gewartet. Was gibt es für einen…
🎤🌟 Exciting News Alert! 🌟🎤 Get ready to be mesmerized as the incredible
@RitaOra
takes the stage at the
#InvictusGames
2023 Düsseldorf Closing Ceremony! 🎉 Mark your calendars and join us in counting down the days to this unforgettable performance!
16 September 2023 💛🖤
As we are about to close this chapter, we carry the Invictus spirit with us, a reminder that we can rise above any obstacle. Thanks to all who made
#IG23
possible – competitors, volunteers, supporters, and sponsors. Until we meet again, remember, we are all Invictus.
#IAmInvictus
+++ NEWS +++ We are happy to announce, that
@Boeing
will be the Presenting Partner for the Invictus Games Düsseldorf 2023! We are grateful and honoured to have such a strong and committed partner on our side!
To the official press release 📲
And it’s a wrap in
#aHomeForRespect
🫡 The
#IG23
social media team is officially handing over to our amazing colleagues at the
@InvictusGames25
🤝
It was an honour and a privilege to share our competitors stories with you and getting to build an amazing community like this one…
🎉 Exciting news! Meet our mascot, Buddy 🐶. Just like a loyal friend, Buddy symbolizes the incredible support network the Invictus community provides through the competitors' recovery journey. Get ready for
#aHomeForRespect
with our furry friend! 🏆🇩🇪
#InvictusGames
#IAMbuddy
THANK YOU FOR TODAY! 💛
As we wind down on competition day 5⃣ we want to take a moment to thank all visiting the Invictus Games Park or watching from home 🙌 We are grateful for your support of our wounded warriors and look forward to seeing you again tomorrow from 08am 🫡
🇬🇧 Today is an important day 🎉. Today, we are sending out the E-Mails confirming the volunteers for the Invictus Games 2023 in Düsseldorf💌!
Please check both your Inbox and your spam folder.
We can not wait to meet you and to see you bring the Invictus spirit to life again!
And we’re off! A crew of our staff,
#TeamGermany
and former competitors and veterans is bringing the flag of the
#InvictusGames
from The Hague to Düsseldorf by bike 🚴 Three days until Düsseldorf will be
#aHomeForRespect
🙌
Heart of Invictus now streaming on
@netflix
! 📺 Witness the indominable spirit of our wounded warriors yourself at the Invictus Games Düsseldorf 2023, from 9-16 September. 🎗️Feel the power, get your tickets now and stand with these true champions. 🎉🇩🇪
🇬🇧 Welcome to the arena 🏟️ As construction begins let’s see what we are building for our visitors 🏗️ Our unique one location concept will not only totally transform the stadium but will create an intense and energetic atmosphere for our opening ceremony with
@macklemore
🤩
🇬🇧
#IamAllNations
- Here are our highlights of Day 1️⃣. Enjoy the unforgettable moments.🌟
🇩🇪
#IamAllNations
– Hier die Highlights des ersten Tages. Genießt die unvergesslichen Momente.🌟
Congratulations to all competitors being awarded the first medals. 🥇🥈🥉
The unlimited determination of all competitors shines brighter than any gold, silver, or bronze. Their journey embodies the spirit of the
#InvictusGames
- Unconquered.
#IG23
💪💫🤝
It's not just a place; it's where love resides, where memories are cherished, and where hearts find solace. It's a space where respect is nurtured, where each individual feels valued and supported. It’s a community. It is
#aHomeForRespect
💛
🇬🇧🏅🎖️ At the Invictus Games, the medals shine, but remember, the true victory isn't just in metal. Every participant is a champion, conquering their own darkness and defying odds after injury.
Yet, these medals do more than gleam – they symbolize goals and fuel motivation.…
🇬🇧MORE GREAT NEWS ABOUT THE OPENING CEREMONY!
Our wonderful hosts are confirmed. Hadnet Tesfai and Steven Gätjen will lead everyone through the night.
Hadnet Tesfai is a nationally known presenter and DJ, who, in addition to having her own TV show, podcasts or radio shows, has…
🇬🇧 Only 9 days to go and construction begins 🤩 Right at the front: logistics forces of the
@bundeswehrInfo
🫡 A great sign of respect, all of the German Armed Forces is pitching in to give their wounded comrades from all over the world 🌎 unforgettable games!
🇦🇺 Welcome Australia 🇦🇺
🇩🇪 After a similarly long journey as our New Zealand participants, we also warmly welcome Australia to @dusairport. ✈️
We look forward to your participation at the Invictus Games Düsseldorf 2023 presented by @boeing and wish you an unforgettable time,…
Invictus Games Düsseldorf 2023 relies on many partners who make these fabulous games possible.🤝 This afternoon, together with 🇺🇸Consul General Pauline Kao we visited
@DeloitteDE
in the Invictus Village. Thanks for being part of the Invictus family.
🇬🇧Want to watch the Invictus Games Düsseldorf 2023 presented by
@Boeing
but can't make it to Düsseldorf? DONT WORRY, WE GOT YOU ❗️ There will be a FREE
#livestream
of all sports events on our website 📲
And on Youtube 📺
She’s home! The flag of the
#InvictusGames
has arrived at its first destination in Düsseldorf. The Merkur-Spielarena will be our
#InvictusGamesPark
at
#IG23
🤩 After a short stop we will take the flag to the town hall to officially make Düsseldorf
#aHomeForRespect
🖤(❤️)💛
Thank you
@InvictusGamesNL
🙌 Thank you for your hospitality, your friendship and for finally bringing the Invictus Family together again at
#IG22
! We look forward to welcoming you in Düsseldorf next year.
#aHomeForRespect
from 9-16 September 2023 🖤(❤️)💛
#IG23
Touchdown at the heart of Invictus Games 2023 Düsseldorf presented by Boeing!
Buddy, the official mascot, arrives in style at the iconic Merkur Spiel Arena, the vibrant arena hosting this year's remarkable games.
But wait, did you know Buddy took the scenic route via the subway…
This week, we built
#AHomeForRespect
. Before the
#IG23
comes to an end, Germany's Defence Minister Boris Pistorius
@BMVg_Bundeswehr
will hold a press conference in our Media Centre.
"The whole event gives us hope. Our team members are really the warriors, and the Invictus Games provide us with
#aHomeForRespect
." — Julia Paievska of
@invictusgamesua
said at today's press conference.
#IG23
🐾🌟 Paws of Empowerment: The Unsung Heroes of the Invictus Games
Meet the canine heroes who stand shoulder-to-shoulder with our competitors and give them a home at any time and place.
#aHomeforRespect
#IG23
🐕❤️
🇩🇪 Zur Feier der Einjahresmarke bis zu den
#InvictusGames
gab es etwas ganz besonderes! Prinz Harry und Meghan, der Duke und die Duchess of Sussex waren zu Besuch in
@Duesseldorf
und ließen es sich nicht nehmen, einen Sonderzug von
@DieRheinbahn
einzuweihen! 🚉
🇬🇧 | Team
#Ukraine
🇺🇦 didn’t have enough athletes for sitting volleyball. So our German team Germany 🇩🇪, together with friends from Italy 🇮🇹 and the USA 🇺🇸 jumped in to help. Their trainer has a few words for you 👇
The German Contingent of
@UN_MINUSMA
and
@Bw_Einsatz
is sending a salute to all Invictus Games competitors 🫡 As we celebrate
#IG23
remember those who are serving for our freedom around the world 🌍 We are honoured to serve with comrades living our motto
#aHomeForRespect
🖤(❤️)💛
100 cabs and soon only one destination from 09.09.2023: The Merkur Spiel Arena for the Invictus Games.
From Monday, you will see this special edition everywhere in the city, and a big thanks goes to "Taxi
Düsseldorf" for this support! 🖤💛
Maybe we will also see Buddy behind…
🇬🇧 | Our very best birthday wishes go out to the Patron of the
#InvictusGames
, the Duke of Sussex 🥳 We are looking forward to hosting you in Germany soon!
The flag flies over city hall!
Signalling that Düsseldorf is
#AHomeForRespect
for the
#IG23
#InvictusGames
.
Brig Gen Marstaller,
@SiemtjeMdB
and Mayor Joseph Hinkel raised the Invictus-Games-Flag together, after adressing the Team, who had traveled here by bike from the Hague
“A place to be compete. A place to be cheered, to be truly seen and appreciated.” - Wir freuen uns, Sie, unsere Gäste, zum Official Launch Event willkommen zu heissen 💛🖤
Team Germany at the
#InvictusGames
was delighted to meet the Duke of Sussex and Patron of
@WeAreInvictus
, Harry, at the ambassadors residence in The Hague. He enquired about their experience at the
@InvictusGamesNL
and is looking forward to meet them again
@InvictusGamesDE
💛🖤
🇬🇧Today is
#InternationalThankYouDay
and we'd like to thank all physicians, psychologists, therapists and everyone else supporting our competitors in a professional manner! THANK YOU!
The flag of the
#InvictusGames
is in Germany 🇩🇪! An escort of the German Military Police will now accompany our cyclists from the Dutch-German border to Düsseldorf 🚴 Just a few more hours and Düsseldorf will start becoming
#aHomeForRespect
🤩
Our
#aHomeForRespect
is taking shape! Our “I AM”, built by an inclusion workshop and errected by veterans employed by Nolte Services and active soldiers from the German Armed Forces Engineer School in Ingolstadt 💛🖤 A great gesture of respect to kick off our city branding 🚨
Today is a busy day for us at the
@dusairport
, as the majority of teams are arriving.
Team ESTONIA is here now!
Give them a warm welcome!
#AHomeForRespect
#InvictusGames2023
#ig23
Heute ist ein geschäftiger Tag für uns, weil die meisten Teams heute ankommen.
Team Estland ist…
We’re ready for
@macklemore
to kick-off the Invictus Games 2023 in Düsseldorf presented by
@Boeing
. You want to be part of this? Get your last minute ticket here:
#ig23
🇬🇧 Good News! The traditional German company and world market leader in prosthetics,
@ottobockHQ_de
, is supporting the INVICTUS GAMES DÜSSELDORF 2023 as Official Supporter.
Ottobock will provide technical service for prostheses, orthoses and wheelchairs throughout the Games.
🇬🇧 What an incredible first day at the
#IG23
presented by
@boeing
! Here are some memorable impressions we couldn't resist to share with you. 🌟
🇩🇪 Was für ein unvergesslicher erster Tag bei den
#InvictusGames2023
präsentiert von
@boeing
!
Hier einige unvergessliche Eindrücke,…
"So for me taking the time, to listen to their stories, and taking the time to engage with them and to reflect on their service for their country that equals respect!" -
@PaulStrobel
, head of online comms on his views on Respect.
#SummerOfRespect
#AHomeForRespect
@Boeing
Live at the Opening Ceremony of the Games 🤩 The
@AXISDanceCo
🤸🏽♂️ We are proud to celebrate this international exchange of healing, resilience and growth with all of you 🫵 Get your ticket now 📲
Minister of Defence Pistorius states that the Invictus Games Düsseldorf 2023 have had a profound impact on Germany and it's society: "We have reached far beyond the military community with the impact of these games."
+++ PRESS +++
We are honoured to announce
#Amazon
as the Official Ticket Partner for the
@InvictusGamesDE
. Amazon provides free admissions to all sport events at the Games. A premiere at the Invictus Games.
Our press release 📲
🇬🇧
#HeartOfInvictus
is coming! The Series will be available to stream on Netflix from August 30th 🤩 The wait is almost over! 🎥
🇩🇪
#HeartOfInvictus
ist da! Die Serie wird ab dem 30. August auf Netflix zum Streamen verfügbar sein 🤩 Das Warten hat fast ein Ende! 🎥
And on we go! Today our cyclists with the flag of the
#InvictusGames
have 115km to go, from Breda, via Tilburg and Eindhoven to Roermond 🚴 Tomorrow Düsseldorf will become
#aHomeForRespect
and we’re getting excited 🤩
We are thrilled to announce
@Deloitte
as Premier Partner 🤝 We are grateful for their support for the
#InvictusGames
and look forward to our partnership in the spirit of our shared values: respect, fairness, team spirit, diversity and inclusion 💛 🖤
Invictus Games Düsseldorf 2023: Deloitte unterstützt als Premier Partner das internationale Sportfest im Zeichen von Respekt, Gemeinwohl und Inklusion. 💚🙏
Mehr dazu erfahren Sie hier :
Did you know Düsseldorf is also pretty magical?
But in the end it doesnt matter if you take the train, the car, the plane or a broomstick.
In 🔟days, the opening ceremony for the Invictus Games Düsseldorf 2023 presented by
@Boeing
begins.
LET'S GO.
🇬🇧 The weather is still hot🥵, stay hydrated! 💦 You will find drink stands and water dispensers in our Invictus Village. Have fun at
#IG23
!
🇩🇪 Es ist immer noch heiß 🥵, also trinkt genug Wasser! 💦 Ihr findet Getränkestände und Wasserspender im Invictus Village. Viel Spaß bei…
We're absolutely thrilled that the first team is already here at
@dusairport
With team New Zealand, the Invictus Games
@Duesseldorf
2023 presented by
@boeing
have really arrived! 🐶🙌🙌🙌
+++PRESS+++ President
@JoeBiden
announces Presidential Delegation to attend the Opening Ceremony of the Invictus Games in Düsseldorf, Germany -
@WhiteHouse
📲
“I believe it is all about choice. Your choice shows your Invictus spirit and resilience.” — Ihor Halushka of Team Ukraine 🇺🇦 After a severe brain injury from a projectile in his head, Ihor was unable to walk or talk. Giving up was not an option!
#IAmInvictus