Two years ago, he spoke wistfully of hoping to find someone to sit next to him and share the pressure of royal life. On Monday, Prince Harry’s dream came true, as he was joined by girlfriend Meghan Markle for a picture perfect first official appearance side-by-side.

Prince Harry and Ms Markle held hands as they made their debut on the world stage, making an affectionate appearance at the Invictus Games.

In a remarkably low-key event, meticulously planned by Prince Harry’s team, they joined the families of Australian and New Zealand wheelchair tennis players to watch the semi-final from the sidelines.