Last Wednesday marked a turning point in Stirling’s recovery from his accident, in his words, and tongue firmly in cheek, it was “a quantum leap forward” following the removal of the casts around his ankles to allow the medical team to inspect the results of the surgery.

With his consultant declaring that he was very pleased with the surgery and the way the healing process had progressed, Stirling was able to rid himself of the “armour plated boots”. In their place are a light weight cast for the left leg and an air cast for the right leg, although the right leg will also have a light weight cast put in place, as the air cast it not providing enough support for his foot, which suffered four broken bones.

After a few problems with his neck in the week, which caused him a great deal of discomfort, he is able to rest easier and spend more time in his wheel chair, albeit with leg extensions in place to support his legs, courtesy of Sunrise Medical.

The “Superman” t-shirt sent by the Daily Mail seems very apt to mention at this point in time, as he still has that same ability to recover from serious injury as he did back in his professional racing days. Stirling has joked that they “could have an art show of all my x-rays from over the years”.

As remarkable as his recovery process has been, had it not been for the help and assistance that Stirling and his family have received from the moment he fell to where he is currently residing at the Princess Grace Hospital, he would still be gravely ill.

Therefore on behalf of Stirling, Susie, Elliot, Allison, Helen his daughter-in-law, and his family they would like to thank the following:

The London Paramedics, the London Ambulance service and the London Fire Brigade for attending the scene of the accident so quickly and dealing with the situation and Stirling’s condition professionally, efficiently and with the minimum of fuss.

The consultants, doctors, nurses and staff on the A&E unit at the Royal London Hospital, in particular the Sisters and medical staff on Harrison Ward, a dedicated trauma ward, for, in Susie’s heartfelt words, “keeping him safe”.

Professor Sid Watkins for his much appreciated assistance and support throughout the entire process to date.

The staff of Princess Grace Hospital, including the surgeons, consultants, doctors, nurses, physiotherapists and staff for their kindness and patience in helping Stirling recovery from his injuries, for which the hospital CEO, Sue Smith, can be rightly proud of.

Each and every individual that make up the teams of people described above, have the thanks of Stirling, Susie and their family.

Stirling and Susie were due to go on a cruise in the Far East in early April to celebrate their 30th wedding anniversary. Instead Elliot and Helen will go in their place; therefore Susie would also like to thank British Airways. Despite the trouble the airline have gone through in the last few days, BA have shown that they still put the customer first and have allowed her to change the flights so that Elliot and Helen can fly instead of Stirling and herself to join the cruise.

On a lighter note, you may be wondering what Stirling is holding in his hand in the image above - that would be “Lucky Ducky” - a chocolate duck with its ankles and feet stuck back on. Clive Beecham, a friend of Stirling and Susie, and the owner of Stirling’s Tourist Trophy winning Ferrari 250 SWB, happens to be in the confectionery business, Kinnerton to be exact. With Stirling on the mend, the family now have a little gift to pass onto those who have helped him since the accident. The card inscription reads “From Stirling – all put back together again!” a fitting way to end this update.
 

Further update on Stirling's progress since his accident: Stirling back in the saddle at Goodwood