The incident happened on Sunday, June 23, on the evening of Anne’s estate in Gloucestershire, during a walk in Gatcombe Park. Emergency services arrived shortly after, and after providing first aid, the princess was transferred to Southmead Hospital in Bristol for appropriate tests, treatment, and observation. The exact cause of her injuries has not been confirmed, but Anna’s medical team said her head injuries were consistent with getting kicked by a horse.
Even though Princess Anne was released from the hospital and reassured her fans that she was fine and dandy, according to the experts, the injury could be much more serious than the official sources reported, given her age. Without skipping a beat or taking a much-needed vacation, she jumped right back to business after leaving the hospital less than two weeks later.
You’ve probably seen her at the 2024 Olympics in Paris, too, as Princess Anne is the President of the British Olympic Association, not to mention a member of the International Olympic Committee. The sad part is that Anne was visibly “out of it,” leading to many fans speculating on whether she actually recovered from that horse bonk.
Princess Anne might have a tough time convincing everyone that she’s fully recovered. While some fans loved her stylish look at the 2024 Olympics, others are worried she hasn’t fully bounced back from that dreaded accident. Some Twitter fans mentioned that Anne looked tired and had lost weight, hoping she was taking care of herself. Another expressed concern, wondering what really happened in that park.
The royal family is known for keeping medical issues under wraps, so we may never truly know Anne’s condition. So far, Anne hasn’t made any official comments. Still, she reportedly told Helena Vega-Lozano, chair of the Riding for the Disabled Association, that she doesn’t remember anything about the accident. After being hospitalized, this was her first public appearance, which makes her comment even more puzzling.
Anne’s daughter, Zara Tindall, was also horrified by the accident, as it confirmed her long-standing fears about her mother’s health. With King Charles III and Princess Catherine both undergoing cancer treatment, Anne had to step up, leaving little time for her to slow down. And the fact that Anne experienced a brief memory loss in the hospital is definitely not a good sign, especially at her age.
Despite the concerns, Anne seems to be handling everything with her usual resilience. She was in good spirits at the Paris Olympics, even joking with British rower Lola Anderson about their close race during a medal ceremony. While many are concerned about her health, it seems like nothing can keep Princess Anne down for long.
