Princess Anne, King Charles III’s sister, was hospitalized after getting hurt near horses at her home, Gatcombe Park estate in Gloucestershire, England. She injured her head, possibly from a horse’s head or legs. Emergency services came and took her to Southmead Hospital in Bristol for tests and treatment.
A statement from Buckingham Palace confirmed that Princess Anne, 73, sustained minor injuries and concussion, necessitating hospitalization as a precautionary measure. The palace assured that she was expected to recover fully and swiftly. King Charles III has been kept informed and has joined the Royal Family in sending his best wishes for her speedy recovery.
Princess Anne
Known for her passion for horse riding, Princess Anne has a long-standing interest in equestrian sports and even competed in the 1976 Olympic Games in Montreal. Despite the incident, sources indicated that she was recovering well in the hospital as of Monday. Due to her medical condition, her upcoming royal engagements have been postponed based on advice from her doctors.
Princess Anne is the second child of Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Philip and holds the title of Princess Royal. She is followed by her younger brothers, Prince Andrew and Prince Edward. The incident underscores the risks associated with her active lifestyle and enduring dedication to equestrian pursuits, for which she is widely known and respected.
