Princess Anne’s possible impact with a horse: New details emerge

One of the hardest working and most respected members of the royal family, Princess Anne has a long and distinguished history as an equestrian, competing in the 1976 Olympics and remaining active at the age of 73, Princess Anne is the King's right hand woman. Other than the Queen, she's probably one of the most important people in his life. King Charles's younger sister was walking on her estate when the accident took place, while the exact cause of her injuries is unconfirmed. They're thought to be consistent with a potential impact from a horse, but they believe that the injury was sustained by some sort of strike from a horse, possibly a kick. Princess Anne will miss a state visit this week from the Emperor and Empress of Japan. Her injury comes at a tough time for the House of Windsor, with both King Charles and Kate, the Princess of Wales, battling cancer. Princess Anne has taken on even more of the workload for the family. She largely prefers to do that without the media there, without any great fuss or fanfare. After a difficult few months for the House of Windsor, royal observers say there have been positive signs lately. King Charles remaining visible despite his ongoing treatment, and Princess Kate able to join her children and Prince William for the King's official birthday ceremonies, but missing out on Taylor Swift's concert and royal selfie. As for Princess Anne, she's expected to make a full recovery and may be able to return home later this week. Her royal duties for the week have been postponed. Her Royal Highness sends her apologies to anyone who may be inconvenienced or disappointed as a result. And Princess Anne missing quite a big event today. That state visit began today. In just a short time ago, there was a ceremonial procession here at Buckingham Palace. Prince William, the King and Queen all involved in that procession. There is a lunch here as well. And then a state banquet here tonight for the Emperor and Empress of Japan. Again, Queen Princess Anne missing all of that, as well as a visit to Canada later this week. But doctors are likely being really, really careful with her health, making sure that she is back to full recovery before she goes back to work. Craig Kelly, Kobe Air Force there outside Buckingham Palace. Kelly, thank you.