the queen, very tired, gives up a new event for her jubilee

Since Thursday June 2, the United Kingdom has been living to the rhythm of the platinum jubilee of Queen Elizabeth II, who is celebrating her seventieth anniversary of reign. For the first day of the festivities, the British royal family attended the traditional military parade Trooping the Color, and active members of the monarchy were able to appear on the balcony of Buckingham Palace alongside the sovereign. The latter was also seen sharing an accomplice moment with Prince Louis, the youngest son of Kate Middleton and Prince William. But since that day, the British have not had the opportunity to see Queen Elizabeth II in public. She had indeed been unable to attend the Service of Thanksgiving at Saint Paul’s Cathedral, scheduled for Friday, June 3, after experiencing “some discomfort“ after the flypast the day before. This Saturday, June 4, this is another event that she will be forced to miss.

Elizabeth II absent from a prestigious race

According to British media, including The SunElizabeth II has indeed waived participation in the 243rd edition of the Epsom Derby, a prestigious horse race, alongside other members of the royal family. The 96-year-old queen, horse riding enthusiast, will therefore follow the festivities on television. On Twitter, the derby organizers pointed out that he was “rare” that the sovereign cannot join them. Indeed, as recalled by Huffington Postthe monarch has only missed the Epsom derby three times since her coronation in 1953. Elizabeth II will therefore be represented by his daughter, Princess Anne. Logically, she should also not attend the big concert organized by the BBC in front of Buckingham Palace, which will notably bring together stars like Elton John, Diana Ross or Alicia Keys.

News about his health

The absences of Elizabeth II are only increasing the concern of the British people about their state of health, which has deteriorated in recent months. But those close to the queen want to be reassuring. As reported The Sun, Kate Middleton reportedly gave news of the Queen to an attendee of a reception held at Guildhall. “She’s fine, it was just very tiring yesterday”, would have assured the Duchess of Cambridge. Will the Queen appear in public again before her platinum jubilee ends? The British hope so.