A message from Catherine, The Princess of Wales
As the summer comes to an end, I cannot tell you what a relief it is to have finally completed my chemotherapy treatment.
The last nine months have been incredibly tough for us as a family. Life as you know it can change in an instant and we have had to find a way to navigate the stormy waters and road unknown.
The cancer journey is complex, scary and unpredictable for everyone, especially those closest to you.
With humility, it also brings you face to face with your own vulnerabilities in a way you have never considered before, and with that, a new perspective on everything.
This time has above all reminded William and me to reflect and be grateful for the simple yet important things in life, which so many of us often take for granted. Of simply loving and being loved.
Doing what I can to stay cancer free is now my focus. Although I have finished chemotherapy, my path to healing and full recovery is long and I must continue to take each day as it comes.
I am however looking forward to being back at work and undertaking a few more public engagements in the coming months when I can.
Despite all that has gone before I enter this new phase of recovery with a renewed sense of hope and appreciation of life.
William and I are so grateful for the support we have received and have drawn great strength from all those who are helping us at this time. Everyone’s kindness, empathy and compassion has been truly humbling.
To all those who are continuing their own cancer journey – I remain with you, side by side, hand in hand. Out of darkness, can come light, so let that light shine bright.
🎬 by Will Warr
[Full cut; eng subs] Exclusive interview with Yuki Ishikawa -- his frustration, him finding inspiration with Stephen Curry, and his stance for LA 2028
📺 Fuji TV Live News ⍺ 081524
He has indeed sacrificed a lot. He has gotten used to living alone, doing the same routine everyday, eating the same food everyday… & if you ask him if he’s happy living that kind of life, he always gives the same answer: ‘Yes… for volleyball.’ All for volleyball
Masahiro Yanagida on Yuki Ishikawa's condition:
Looking at the match against the United States, where he made few goals, you might say that he is "not in good shape," but that doesn't mean that his play is all bad. He has been showing his best plays at key moments. And more than anything, I know that he is a player who will adjust well once he gets to the final tournament.
What bothers me is that even through the screen you can sense his tiredness and that his expression is somewhat lackluster.
Ishikawa always puts everything into giving 100%, so he's very sensitive about his conditioning. If it's true that in addition to the travel to the Athletes' Village, the temperature in Paris has risen significantly over the past few days, and the cafeteria isn't very well stocked, then Ishikawa, who has been controlling everything in detail, may be feeling a little stressed because his conditioning isn't going as well as he would like.
Furthermore, the schedule for this tournament is all over the place. The opening match started at 9am (local time), and the second match was held at 1pm, with three days in between. The match against the US started at 9pm, with only one day in between. I think they have been preparing since the schedule was decided, but it is very difficult to change the rhythm in such a short span. I get the impression that because he is so sensitive, invisible fatigue is accumulating. ➡️
Ran says he’ll do his best to create an environment where Yuki can focus on spikes (offense) in Paris OG
Yuki says Ran is needed in the team
Wish nothing but the best for YukiRan diagonals in Paris 2024
Yuki Ishikawa went BEAST MODE!
In what could be his last match for @PowervolleyMI, he scored 28 pts and led the team to finish 3rd & a spot in next season's Champions League.
📺 Watch the match with your FREE access to https://t.co/Rb6x7u4lH9.
🏐 #volleyball