A body language expert has analysed Prince Harry’s Invictus Games appearance, saying his visit back to the UK has made him feel "strong" and "comfortable".
The Duke of Sussex, 39, returned to the UK for the 10th anniversary of the Invictus Games and body language expert Darren Stanton has analysed Harry’s body language – saying he is in a place of "comfort" and "strength".
Speaking on behalf of Betfair Bingo, Darren revealed: “Harry is in a good place and it’s telling us he is genuinely interested and enthusiastic about being back in the UK. From what we can see, Harry wants to do the right thing. He’s displaying signals that tell us he wants to make people proud.
"It’s also suggesting he’s feeling confident being back in the UK for the Invictus Games. He isn’t displaying signs of nervousness or unease. He’s feeling comfortable and strong being back on his home soil.”
Harry was all smiles as he was greeted by a crowd of well-wishers outside St Paul's Cathedral in London following a service to mark the 10th anniversary of the Invictus Games yesterday, Wednesday 8 May.
The Prince was spotted in high spirits on a walkabout after the service, beaming and shaking hands with fans who chanted 'we love you'.
Darren continued to say: “When we see Harry interacting with the public, it’s telling us he’s in a place of comfort, resilience and strength. He isn’t fazed by anything else going on. He was present in the moment and focused all his attention on them. This demonstrates he is in a great place with himself.
"He is seen shaking hands, smiling and engaging in conversation just as he would with someone he’s good friends with. This shows how approachable Harry is as he has embraced this visit in high spirits and with open arms.”
After interacting with royal fans, Harry was escorted to his car to depart from the event, which was not attended by any other members of the Royal Family. King Charles was instead accompanied by a large group of royals showing unity at the Buckingham Palace garden party – held just two miles away from St Paul's.
However, Harry's uncle Earl Charles Spencer and aunt Lady Jane Fellowes, both siblings of the late Princess Diana, were present at the service. Also in attendance were Harry's cousin Louis Spencer, Prime Minister Rishi Sunak's wife Akshata Murty, his lawyer David Sherbourne, and former Army officer Mark Dyer, who has been like a "second dad" to Harry.
Soon after Harry touched down in the UK, it was confirmed that King Charles and his son would not be meeting due to the King’s “full programme”.
A spokesperson for Harry said: "In response to the many inquiries and continued speculation on whether or not the Duke will meet with his father while in the UK this week, it unfortunately will not be possible due to His Majesty's full programme.
"The Duke of course is understanding of his father's diary of commitments and various other priorities and hopes to see him soon."
Meanwhile, Prince William carried out an investiture ceremony at Windsor Castle on Wednesday before travelling to Cornwall today for more royal engagements – with the Prince Of Wales also not meeting with his brother during his trip.
