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Prince Harry's Emotional Message to Paralympian
7 Mar
Summary
- Scott Meenagh and Menna Fitzpatrick are Team GB flagbearers.
- Prince Harry shared an emotional personal video message.
- Meenagh lost legs after IED in Helmand Province in 2011.
Scott Meenagh and Menna Fitzpatrick have been selected as Team GB's flagbearers for the upcoming Winter Paralympics in Milano Cortina. Scott Meenagh, a former Invictus Games captain, received a deeply personal and emotional video message from Prince Harry.
In the message, Prince Harry expressed immense pride and respect for Meenagh, recalling his unwavering spirit after a running blade incident in 2014. Harry emphasized Meenagh's resilience throughout his recovery process and his inspirational role.
Meenagh, who previously served with the British Army's Parachute Regiment, lost both his legs in 2011 after an IED explosion in Helmand Province. He has since become a decorated athlete.
He captained the British team at the inaugural Invictus Games in 2014, competing in rowing. In 2018, he made history as the first Briton in 20 years to compete in Nordic skiing. He also made history in 2022 as part of the first British team to complete a relay event at the Paralympic Games.
