More royal mishaps, accidents and the like. For some strange reason American news outlets love to report such events.
Princess Anne, a prominent member of the British royal family, was hospitalized following an accident involving horses at her Gatcombe Park Estate in Gloucestershire. The incident occurred on Sunday evening and resulted in the Princess sustaining a concussion and minor injuries. Her medical team indicated that her injuries were consistent with being struck by a horse, either by a hoof or head, although the exact details of the accident remain unclear due to the concussion potentially affecting her memory.
Princess Anne is in hospital after the incident. pic.twitter.com/NQsB3HRaXv
— Daily Express (@Daily_Express) June 24, 2024
Following the incident, Princess Anne was admitted to Southmead Hospital in Bristol, where she remains for observation as a precaution. The palace has emphasized that her hospitalization is precautionary and that she is in a comfortable condition, receiving expert care. Despite her injuries, hopes are high for her full and swift recovery.
The accident forced Princess Anne to postpone several official engagements, including a banquet for the Emperor and Empress of Japan and a scheduled tour of Canada. These cancellations underscore the severity of the situation, although they are hoped to be rescheduled once the Princess is fully recovered.
At the time of the accident, Princess Anne was not alone; her husband, Sir Tim Laurence, was present and accompanied her to the hospital. Her daughter, Zara Tindall, and her son-in-law, former rugby player Mike Tindall, were also on the estate during the incident.
UK Princess Anne in hospital with minor injuries, concussion
‘Her Royal Highness remains in Southmead Hospital, Bristol, as a precautionary measure for observation,’ says Buckingham Palace#News #DailyNews #LiveNews #WorldNews#World pic.twitter.com/oxzvE9Y2KC— Breaking News (@FastNews77) June 24, 2024
Princess Anne’s affiliation with horses and equestrian sports is well-known and deeply rooted in her personal and professional life. She competed in the 1976 Montreal Olympic Games as an equestrian and has participated in multiple European Three-Day Event Championships, achieving considerable success. Her love for the sport has been a significant part of her life and has influenced her daughter, Zara Tindall, who also competed in the 2012 London Olympics in equestrian events.
King Charles III has been informed about his sister’s condition and has expressed his love and wishes for a speedy recovery. The royal family, including Princess Anne’s children, are closely monitoring her progress and are hopeful for positive news in the coming days.
Princess Anne is in hospital due to a horse-related incident. By chance, I walked past her at the weekend as she left the city chambers pic.twitter.com/Fhqc8SorBa
— Donald Turvill (@donturvLDR) June 24, 2024
The Buckingham Palace statement provided reassurance that while the Princess remains hospitalized, the situation is under control and she is receiving the best possible care. The royal family appreciates the public’s concern and well-wishes during this time.
Key Points:
i. Princess Anne was hospitalized with a concussion and minor injuries after an incident involving horses at her Gatcombe Park Estate in Gloucestershire.
ii. The exact circumstances of the accident are unclear due to potential memory loss from the concussion, but it is believed she was struck by a horse.
iii. As a result of her injuries, Princess Anne had to postpone scheduled engagements, including a banquet for the Emperor and Empress of Japan and a tour of Canada.
iv. She remains in Southmead Hospital in Bristol for precautionary observation, with expectations of a full and swift recovery.
v. Princess Anne’s longstanding involvement in equestrian sports is well-documented, having competed in the Olympics and various championships.
James Kravitz – Reprinted with permission of Whatfinger News
