Invictus Ambassador David Beckham Pays Surprise Visit To Team UK

The ex-footballer met athletes during a break from the competition (Picture: MOD).

Invictus Games 2018 ambassador David Beckham has surprised Team UK with a surprise visit in Sydney.

The former England captain was joined by his sons Cruz and Romeo to meet the British athletes during a break from competing, after being announced as an ambassador of the competition in August.

Team UK is made up of 72 wounded, injured and sick (WIS) veterans and service personnel and are being joined by 170 friends and family in Australia.

Jayne Kavanagh, Chef de Mission for Team UK said: "Team UK and the Invictus Games are about providing our wounded and their families with a springboard for their recovery, through the power of sport.

"To have the support of David Beckham and his family is a great boost to all our guys and girls."

Team UK have won more than 60 medals at the 2018 Games, including numerous personal bests.

Mark ‘Dot’ Perkins, UK Team captain said "This team has not only used sport as a recovery tool, but used it to cement friendships for life. To say I’m proud is a massive understatement for this team."

The 2018 Invictus Games ends on Saturday with a closing ceremony at the Olympic Park.

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