Hollie Doyle Returns Home After Leg Surgery, Eyes Rehabilitation

Hollie Doyle is back home after almost two weeks in hospital following a broken leg suffered in a fall at Bath.

What happened to Hollie Doyle?

The operation to repair a pilon fracture in her left leg seems to have gone well, with a metal plate stabilising the injury. Hollie Doyle has to rest for six weeks before starting weight-bearing exercise.

How long will Hollie Doyle be out of action?

It's too soon to say, but her initial target is to begin rehabilitation at Oaksey House in Lambourn. Hollie Doyle is looking forward to starting her rehabilitation, feeling lucky to have the excellent facility close to home.

What are Hollie Doyle's thoughts on the Betfred Derby?

Hollie Doyle hopes for a win for her husband Tom Marquand's mount Maltese Cross in the Betfred Derby at Epsom on Saturday. Maltese Cross has strong credentials, being well balanced and possessing a telling turn of foot. However, the low draw in stall one is a concern for Tom Marquand.

Who else could win the Betfred Derby?

Aidan O'Brien's Benvenuto Cellini, ridden by Ryan Moore, could deliver a fifth Derby triumph for the jockey. Benvenuto Cellini's only question mark is the rain-softened ground. Ralph Beckett's Bay Of Brilliance is also expected to run well, having proven form on soft ground. The Betfred Derby takes place on Saturday, June 6, 2026, at Epsom. Hollie Doyle will be watching from home as she continues her recovery. The Coolmore Coronation Cup also takes place on Saturday, with Calandagan's participation in doubt due to the rain-softened ground. Karl Burke's Convergent could capitalise if conditions conspire against Calandagan. Never So Brave will be hard to beat in the Betfred Tattenham Corner Stakes if he can reproduce his top-class form at York last August.