Princess Anne Hospitalized After Horse Incident on Gatcombe Park Estate
The skilled horsewoman and Olympic participant sustains minor injuries and concussion, receiving medical care at Southmead Hospital for observation and recovery.
Princess Anne of Britain has been hospitalized after sustaining minor injuries and a concussion from an incident involving a horse on her Gatcombe Park estate in Gloucestershire. The skilled horsewoman, known for her participation in the 1976 Montreal Olympics, was walking on her estate when the accident occurred. Emergency services responded, providing initial medical care before transferring her to Southmead Hospital in Bristol for further tests and observation.
Buckingham Palace confirmed the incident and stated that the Princess Royal is under observation and expected to recover fully:
“The Princess Royal has sustained minor injuries and concussion following an incident on the Gatcombe Park estate yesterday evening.
“Her Royal Highness remains in Southmead Hospital, Bristol, as a precautionary measure for observation and is expected to make a full and swift recovery.
“The King has been kept closely informed and joins the whole royal family in sending his fondest love and well-wishes to the princess for a speedy recovery.”
Princess Anne has had a successful equestrian career, winning titles in eventing and participating in various horse racing events.
Princess Anne excelled in eventing, winning individual titles at the European Eventing Championship and competing in various prestigious events. She represented the British eventing team, winning silver medals at the 1975 European Eventing Championship and participating in the 1976 Olympic Games.
Anne additionally held positions of leadership in equestrian organizations, such as the presidency of the Fédération Équestre Internationale. She was also involved in charitable activities, serving as a patron of the Riding for the Disabled Association since 1971 and becoming its president in 1985.
Doesn't say that she was on a horse.
What is "an incident with a horse".
Obviously we have to guess what this is about.
The royals are loving giving us mysteries.