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The Duke and Duchess of Sussex are in Sydney for the fourth edition of Invictus Games (Image: PA)
Today, the newlyweds – who are expecting their first child – were to attend the morning engagements of the Invictus Games contest, created by the Duke of Sussex, which will involve more than 500 competitors from 18 countries.
But only Prince Harry attended the official morning demonstrations when Kensington Palace announced that Meghan's program had been reduced as a result of a "busy schedule".
Some of the highlights of today's Invictus Games include the "Road Time Trial", which began at 9:30 am local time (12:30 BST).
Cycling was followed by "Sailing" at 11am local time (1am).
The last major event of the day was the "Criterium of Road Cycling" at 13:30 local time (03:30).
Follow live updates on what's happening on the sixth day of the Royal Tour (all times in TSB).
Update from 05:30: Duke and Duchess go on a speedboat cruise
Prince Harry and Meghan, the Duchess of Sussex, boarded a friend 's boat to watch the Invictus Games sailing event at Farm Cove in Sydney.
Harry made a cheeky wave and Meghan smiled, seeming to enjoy the thrill trip.
The two Royals donned waterproof jackets to protect themselves from the cold water and Meghan hugged her husband's arms as they ripped together the waves.
The royal couple enjoys a trip in search of thrills to watch the sailing (Image: REUTERS)
Updated at 4:10 am: Harry, the Duke of Sussex and Meghan, the Duchess of Sussex arrived at a reception hosted by the Australian Prime Minister at Pavilion Restaurant.
Meghan and Harry welcomed the kids at the Pavilion Restaurant.
They have dinner with Australian Prime Minister Scott Morrison.
Harry stayed in the same outfit as at the medal presentation and Meghan looked stunning in understated black with a white jacket too big to cover the baby's bump.
There was a didgeridoo player present to entertain the Royals under the fascinated gaze.
Meghan and Harry hugged a member of the audience while the duchess was dazzled by her pregnancy glow after a well-deserved day of rest.
A didgeridoo player presented at the reception hosted by the Australian Prime Minister (Image: Samir Hussein / WireImage)
Meghan and Harry spoke to young children before dinner with the Australian Prime Minister (Image: Samir Hussein / WireImage)
Harry and Meghan hug a member of the audience (Image: Samir Hussein / Wireimage)
Meghan covered her baby bump with a white jacket (Image: Samir Hussein / WireImage)
Harry and Meghan greet children at Pavilion restaurant where they meet Australian Prime Minister (Image: Samir Hussein / WireImage)
Update 3:25 am: Harry awarded prizes and medals to cyclists without Meghan
Athlete Benjamin Yeomans asked Harry to sign a pair of swimsuit for him.
The Duke forced and laughed when Mr. Yeomans threw them on his head.
Meghan was absent from the engagement but will return for a reception and dinner with the PM in the afternoon.
Update from 3:00 am: Meghan will go to Fraser Island tomorrow but she will not make any commitment there
Meghan will go to Fraser Island but will not make any commitment as long as she is there.
She will probably enjoy a walk on the beach to catch the sea air when she will settle in her pregnancy.
The week was exhausting for the duchess and although she did not have morning sickness, she was very tired, sources said.
02:30 update: Why is Meghan absent from the commitments of the morning of the sixth day?
The pregnant Duchess, who announced that she was going to have a baby last week, had a late night Saturday after the Opening Ceremony of the Invictus Games which started later than scheduled due to weather conditions.
Meghan should now miss a series of events during the rest of the tour.
A source said that the Duchess of Sussex was doing well and that she just wanted to "calm her down" because she and Prince Harry still had a lot of events.
Prince Harry told the contestants that Meghan was "resting at home" during her morning event.
"Being pregnant takes its toll," he added.
Harry makes fun of a pair of swim shorts on the head of cyclist Benjamin Yeomans (Image: PA)
Harry reacts when Benjamin Yeomans, Australian athlete of the Invictus Games, asks him to sign trunks (Image: PA)
Meghan was absent from cycling at the Sydney Botanic Gardens (Image: PA)
Update at 1:50 am: Meghan does not join Harry for the morning commitments of the sixth day of the royal tour.
Meghan did not join him as his schedule was reduced as a result of a "busy schedule".
Kensington Palace said: "After a busy schedule, the Duke and Duchess have decided to slightly reduce the Duchess's program for the next two days, in anticipation of the last week and a half of the tour."
Updated at 1:30 am: Navigation is underway in the beautiful Sydney Harbor where Harry and Meghan should be under observation
Sydney Harbor offers a spectacular backdrop to the early days of sailing at the Invictus Games.
The boats will depart from the Cruising Yacht Club of Australia from Rushcutters Bay to Farm Cove.
Meghan and Harry should follow the event as it debuts at Invictus Games.
Recap at 1:27 pm: Royal Route of Harry and Meghan for the sixth day
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle at Royal Botanic Gardens to cheer on Invictus Sydney in cycling
Future parents will then enjoy a friendly lunch with Australian Prime Minister Scott Morrison.
Invictus family and friends will also participate in the special lunch.
Harry and Meghan will then attend the sailing competition which starts at 1am BST.
They will then attend a private reception of the Invictus Games at Governor House.
Navigation has now begun (Image: ABC TV and iview)
Sydney Harbor provides an ideal setting for sailing competition (Image: ABC Tv & ivew)
First hour update: spectators react to the first game event
Nick Steiner, a Twitter user, wrote: "At the Invictus Games, a source of inspiration and emotion, it is good to show the kids what true courage looks like, we are amazed."
Another said: "Gary Robinson breaking him at the Invictus Games"
At the same time, Australian politician Gladys Berejiklian wrote: "To the Royal Botanical Gardens to watch the start of the Cycling Games Invictus, I wish the best to all the incredible athletes in the competition, you are an inspiration."
Recap at 12:40 pm: Prince Harry opened the Invictus Games yesterday – which is the centerpiece of the Royal Tour
Prince Harry launched the event with a very personal speech in front of the forecourt of the Sydney Opera House.
The future father was surprised by the couple's exciting news about the baby, which was announced hours after he arrived in Australia with his wife Meghan earlier in the week.
He thundered with applause: "I was so proud to introduce my wife and we were so happy to be able to celebrate the personal joy of our new edition with you all."
The Games are the culmination of the royal tour for the Duke and Duchess of Sussex.
The news of Meghan's pregnancy is added to the excitement of the tour as fans of the Royal Enthusiasts begin to notice the traces of a baby bump.
Union Jacks is restless as cyclists zoom in (Image: ABC TV)
Twitter users react to the first game event (Image: Nick Steiner – Twitter)
Harry and Meghan attended a dark wreath-laying ceremony in anticipation of the opening ceremony of yesterday (Image: Pool / Samir Hussein / WireImage)
Update 12:00 pm: Meghan and Harry will meet some cyclists after the main event.
Prince Harry and his wife Meghan will start the first day of the Invictus Games in Sydney by attending the cycling competition at the Royal Botanic Garden.
The Duke and Duchess of Sussex will attend one of the time trials for the road before meeting the competitors and team staff in the center of the competition.
The royal couple will also present the gold, silver and bronze medals at the event.
After cycling, they will visit the Pavilion for the official reception hosted by Prime Minister Scott Morrison.
They will meet with representatives of veterans support groups and mental wellness organizations.
Later in the afternoon, the Duke and Duchess will attend the final of the Invictus Games from a family boat and friends at Farm Cove.
Tonight, the couple will attend a private reception for the Invictus Games Foundation at Government House.
Meghan dazzled at the Jaguar Land Rover Challenge on Cockatoo Island yesterday (Image: WireImage)
Harry and Meghan both wore Invictus Games shirts yesterday (Image: WireImage)
The storm had threatened to rain the opening ceremony yesterday (Image: GETTY)
The cycling started and the spectators are in force (Image: ABC TV and iview)
Update of 23:43: The first event has started: Road cycling routes
The event puts a test of speed and skill while key assets are highlighted on the picturesque course of the Royal Botanic Garden, where cyclists try to fight.
Fans in the crowd wave the Union Jack flags as competitors parade.
Harry and Meghan should join the spectators to encourage the challengers.
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