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- Princess Anne Is ‘Recovering Well’ After Experiencing Reported Memory Loss From Horse Incident (newsbreak.com)
Princess Anne is on the path to recovery following a horseback riding incident that led to her hospitalization, her spouse, Vice Admiral Sir Timothy Laurence, confirmed on Tuesday, June 25.
Speaking to the media outside Southmead Hospital in Bristol, Laurence, 69, shared that Anne, age 73, was doing “fine” despite the slow recovery process. She was flown to the hospital on Sunday, June 23, after experiencing a head injury at Gatcombe Park.
Following reports by The Telegraph of the Princess Royal dealing with memory loss due to a concussion, Laurence reassured the public that her recovery was moving along well. While the specific details of the horse-related mishap remain undisclosed, Buckingham Palace emphasized that Anne’s hospital stay was a precautionary step for thorough observation, expecting her to fully and quickly recover.
In addition to updating on his wife’s health status, Laurence expressed deep appreciation for the healthcare professionals, the emergency services at the scene, and individuals who have sent supportive messages.
A statement from Buckingham Palace on Monday, June 24, highlighted that Anne was in good spirits, being monitored closely in hospital as a precautionary measure.
An avid equestrian like her mother, the late Queen Elizabeth II, Anne had a celebrated history in horseback riding, competing for Team Great Britain in the 1976 Olympics. She recently participated alongside Prince William and Prince Edward in a parade at Trooping the Colour on June 15.
As a result of her accident, Anne was forced to postpone this week’s engagements, including the state visit by Emperor Naruhito and Empress Masako of Japan and a scheduled visit to Canada. Buckingham Palace conveyed Anne’s regrets for any inconvenience or disappointment her absence may cause, noting that on doctor’s advice, her planned appearances for the week had been delayed.