FIVE TO WATCH IN TORONTO

Lamin Manneh

A former guardsman who lost both legs and an arm in Afghanistan. Competing in sitting volleyball, rowing and athletics. “The Games have inspired many other people to have a sense of self-belief – that nothing is impossible if you commit to it.”

Michelle Partington

A former RAF paramedic who was diagnosed with Post-traumatic Stress Disorder. Competing in rowing and powerlifting. “Invictus has given me a fire back in my belly, helping me physically and mentally.”

Dave Sandles

Veteran army corporal who has lived with a spinal cord injury for 22 years. Competing in cycling and rowing. “The Games shows that people with my type of impairment are capable of so much.”

Michelle Turner

An RAF sergeant whose heart condition had largely confined her to life indoors. Competing in rowing, powerlifting and swimming. “I’m on a journey that is making me do things I never thought I’d do again.”

Charlie Walker

Former army private who had his legs amputated following meningitis. Competing in wheelchair basketball and wheelchair rugby. “Invictus keeps me physically fit and mentally strong, and lets me know that I haven’t been forgotten.”