Update on Paul

Just a quick update on what’s happening following my accident at the yard on Thursday. 

I saw the surgeon yesterday and he’s satisfied that I don’t need an operation. There are three breaks in my pelvis and I have a fracture at the bottom of my tailbone. 

Thankfully they’re all clean ones so they should heal naturally without the need for any pins or plates being put in – which is great news. 

Right now I’m lacking the motor skills to walk so I’ll be in the hospital for a few weeks until that all comes back. 

The RVI has been absolutely phenomenal looking after me, I’m getting three physio sessions a day at the moment so couldn’t be in a better place. 

I also want to say thanks to everyone who has been in touch over the last few days, my phone has been going non-stop with texts and messages on social media. 

It has been overwhelming and I’m really grateful to everyone who has taken the time to make contact. 

Nicky Richards has also been on the phone as well, he’s had his own similar situation recently but is firmly on the mend so hearing from him has given me a real morale boost. 

The yard is in great hands with my wife Steph, our families who have moved in to help out and the staff. 

Our horses haven’t missed a minute of work just because I’m not there! 

I’ve been keeping myself busy in my bed looking at entries and catching up on the admin work – it’s been good to have something to keep my mind occupied.  

It doesn’t look like there’s going to be much racing to miss this week anyway so hopefully I’ll be back on the yard and at the track before too long. 

Thanks everyone, 

Paul