Chris Martin Joins Invictus Games 2025 Opening Ceremony Lineup

Chris Martin, the lead vocalist of Coldplay, will perform at the opening ceremony of the Invictus Games Vancouver Whistler 2025 on February 8 at BC Place. His involvement adds to an impressive lineup that includes Katy Perry, Noah Kahan, Nelly Furtado, and Roxane Bruneau, all set to celebrate the themes of hope, resilience, and the Invictus Spirit. Martin has a longstanding connection to the Games, having composed the 'Invictus Anthem' in 2014, which has been featured at medal ceremonies since the inaugural event in London. The Games will showcase winter adaptive sports for the first time, with approximately 550 competitors from 25 nations participating from February 8 to 16. Prince Harry, who founded the Invictus Games to aid the recovery of wounded service members through sport, noted the significance of these Games in promoting the strength of the human spirit. The closing ceremony will also feature performances from artists like Jelly Roll and Barenaked Ladies.