Princess Anne recovering well in hospital after horse accident

Princess Anne is recovering “well” during her hospital stay after an incident with a horse, her husband, Vice Admiral Sir Timothy Laurencesaid a statement on Tuesday, June 25.

“She’s doing well – slowly but surely,” 69-year-old Laurence told reporters outside Southmead Hospital in Bristol, where 73-year-old Anne was flown in by helicopter on Sunday, June 23, after suffering head injuries in Gatcombe Park.

Laurence assured that Anne was “recovering well” after The Telegraph reported on Tuesday that the king was suffering from memory loss as a result of a concussion.

The exact details of what happened to the horse have not been released publicly, but Buckingham Palace said after the accident that Anne was “in hospital for observation as a precautionary measure and is expected to make a speedy and full recovery.”

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In addition to giving an update on his wife’s health, Laurence also thanked the medical staff and fans for their well wishes and support.

“We are deeply grateful to the medical team and hospital staff for their expert care – and also to the emergency services who were so wonderful on the scene,” said Laurence. “We are both deeply touched by all the kind messages we have received from so many people near and far. It means a lot to us.”

In addition to Laurence’s words about Anne, a Buckingham Palace spokesperson also provided an update on Monday, June 24, saying: “(Anne) is recovering well, is in a comfortable condition and will be kept in hospital for further observation as a precautionary measure.”

Like her late mother Queen Elizabeth IIAnne has always been a rider and even rode for the British team at the 1976 Olympic Games. Most recently, Anne joined her nephew Prince William and brother Prince Edward on horseback during the parade at Trooping the Colour on 15 June.

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Due to her accident, Anne had to cancel events this week, including the state visit of Emperor Naruhito And Empress Masako from Japan on Tuesday and a visit to Canada.

“On medical advice, Her Royal Highness’s appointments for next week will be postponed. Her Royal Highness apologises to anyone who may suffer any inconvenience or disappointment as a result,” a Buckingham Palace spokesman said. People“The Japanese state visit will take place as planned, but unfortunately Her Royal Highness will not be able to attend the state banquet tomorrow.”