Seoul: The South Korean central city of Daejeon has been selected to host the Invictus Games in 2029, marking a significant milestone as the first Asian city to stage this international sporting event for injured service members, as announced by the veterans ministry.
According to Yonhap News Agency, the Invictus Games Foundation in Britain chose Daejeon over Aalborg in Denmark and San Diego in the United States to host the 2029 competition. Daejeon is located approximately 140 kilometers south of Seoul. The Invictus Games, founded by Britain's Prince Harry in 2014, serve as a platform for wounded, injured, and sick service members to compete in various sports. The 2029 edition will be the first time the games are held in Asia.