Summary
- Prince Harry and Meghan Markle watched sitting volleyball on day six of the Invictus Games
- Lots of hugs, selfies, whoops and cheers from the couple
- They also carried out a private engagement with NATO ahead of the Games
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'Harry brings the atmosphere up' - exclusive
Our reporter on the ground, Isabelle Casey, is speaking to Lt Cdr James Rogers, Team GB's team captain, who's revealed that Prince Harry has given the competitors some encouraging words of advice.
"We had a meeting with the Duke the other day at the beginning of the Games," James tells HELLO!. "It was a morale-booster for the team. We got to meet them all. We got to chat to them all. It was really, really positive. Everyone came away from that absolutely ready for the Games. He was saying good luck to us."
"We are an Invictus family," James adds. "We're there to support one another through thick and thin."
On how it feels to have Harry and Meghan's support, James says: "It's brilliant they've come along to support. This event is about the people that are here. We're here together. Him coming along to show his support really brings the atmosphere up."
Harry and Meghan arrive for volleyball
The couple are enjoying their first fixture of the day - Ukraine vs Nigeria in sitting volleyball!
Harry and Meghan are definitely getting into the spirit, hugging each other, whooping and cheering, and waving the Nigerian flag.
Have a look at our video below:
Couple pose for selfies
Harry and Meghan are really getting into the Invictus spirit, posing for selfies and waving the Nigerian flag.
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© GettyMeghan's courtside outfit
Meghan's slaying with another gorgeous look.
She's changed out of her copper ensemble and into a Ralph Lauren polo vest, white jeans from Frame, and black flats from Altuzarra.
© GettyAn intimate moment for Harry and Meghan
Amid the buzz of the Games, Harry enjoys an intimate moment with his wife, sweetly hugging Meghan from behind.
© GettyHugs and selfies for fans
The fans are absolutely loving Harry and Meghan!
The Duchess, a self-confessed hugger, is in her element.
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© GettyAn impromptu meet and greet with fans
Meghan's working the crowd. Before leaving the volleyball fixture, she's happily posing for photos and saying hello to fellow spectators.
Meghan comforts injured German volleyball player
Meghan is comforting a German volleyball player, Tino Wesser, who sadly broke his leg after slipping on a wet court and is unable to compete in the remainder of the Games.
Following the volleyball match, Meghan is rushing across the Merkur Spiel Arena to personally offer words of comfort to the former soldier.
A member of Team Germany says: "Meghan was told about Tino's accident and how upset he was that he could no longer compete.
"She asked to come and speak with him after being told how upset he was at the accident. It was a lovely gesture and we are very grateful."
And that's a wrap!
Harry and Meghan are leaving the building and have no more scheduled appearances for the rest of the day.
Make sure to check back tomorrow for another day of Invictus Games fun where our reporter Isabelle Casey will be sharing all the latest news from the ground.
