The Invictus Games represents the “unyielding belief in the power of the human spirit”, its founder Prince Harry said as the international sporting event celebrated its 10th anniversary.

After taking inspiration from the 2013 Warrior Games, the Duke of Sussex founded the international multi-sport event to support wounded, injured or sick Armed Forces personnel and veterans.

Now, Prince Harry is set to be honoured for his service and using his platform to “change the world” at this year’s ESPY (Excellence in Sport Performance Yearly) awards in the US.

The Duke of Sussex is to receive the Pat Tillman Award for Service, awarded by sports channel ESPN to individuals in the sporting world who have made significant contributions to the lives of others.

He is being recognised for founding the Invictus Games a decade ago, an event which has helped Armed Forces personnel and veterans who are navigating physical and invisible injuries.

The Pat Tillman Award for Service is named after former NFL player and US Army Ranger Pat Tillman, who was killed in Afghanistan in 2004.

ESPN vice-president of production Kate Jackson said: “It’s our privilege to recognise three incredible individuals – Steve Gleason, Dawn Staley and Prince Harry.

These honourees have used their platforms to change the world and make it more inclusive for marginalised and suffering communities, demonstrating incredible resilience, positivity and perseverance, and we’re thrilled to celebrate them at the 2024 ESPYs.”

ESPN said Harry is being honoured for his “tireless work in making a positive impact for the veteran community through the power of sport”.

It said the Invictus Games has “transcended borders and impacted lives across every continent”.

Past recipients include Manchester United striker Marcus Rashford, who waged a high-profile campaign to persuade the Government to provide free meals to vulnerable youngsters in England through the school holidays during the Covid pandemic.

This year’s ESPY ceremony in Los Angeles will be hosted by tennis champion Serena Williams – a friend of the Duchess of Sussex

In May, Prince Harry was in London to celebrate the 10th anniversary of his Invictus Games at a special service at St Paul’s Cathedral.

The Duke of Sussex gave a reading at the service of thanksgiving that emphasised how different people have different gifts and strengths.

A former Royal Air Force sergeant’s moving poem triggered a standing ovation and told how Prince Harry helped transform her life.

Michelle Turner, her husband John and 13-year-old daughter Maya recited the moving poem in front of the packed congregation, causing many guests to well up with tears – including Prince Harry in the front row – and then all stood up in appreciation.

Next year, Vancouver and Whistler will host the seventh games, which includes new winter sports for the first time.

Prince Harry, during a one-day summit called the Invictus Games Foundation Conversation, looking ahead to the first winter hybrid games, said: “We are eager to celebrate the Invictus spirit once again – exemplified in every single competitor, staff, friend and family member.”

He added: “Together, we have created a legacy that transcends sports; a community that embraces compassion, respect and the unyielding belief in the power of the human spirit.

As we celebrate this milestone, let us recommit to the Invictus mission.”

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