James May has given an update after being injured in a bike accident. The former Grand Tour and Top Gear host, who recently cut professional ties with his long-time business partners Jeremy Clarkson and Richard Hammond, revealed that he had injured his wrist in the incident. The 61-year-old was training for a charity bicycle run with his friend and Oz and James Drink to Britain co-star Oz Clarke when he fell off his bike on Hammersmith Bridge in London.
“I’m taking part in a charity bicycle ride today, with the Armonico Consort and me old mate Oz Clarke (OBE),” May shared in a post on Twitter last week. “But I’m going in the car, because I bust my wrist in a bicycle accident.”
May updated his followers on his participation in the charity event, mentioning, “Charity cycle ride update: Drove car into bollard. Sang very badly. Got a bit syncopated in the Black Horse, Moreton Morrell.” The injury has impacted the filming of his new show, The Great Explorers, a three-part series that follows the epic journeys of Christopher Columbus, Walter Raleigh, and James Cook, as reported by the Daily Express.
Eyewitnesses in Yorkshire claimed to have seen May filming for the programme in Whitby just two days ago, according to the Yorkshire Post. May confirmed this in a recent Twitter update stating, “I’ve just completed two very enjoyable days of filming in Whitby. As excellent as ever.” Representatives for May have been contacted for further comment by The Independent.
Fans took to social media to send their well-wishes and support to the TV presenter, with one person expressing, “Hope your wrist gets better.” Another fan referenced May’s Top Gear days, joking, “The guy on the bike will still get to the end of the journey before Captain Slow does.”
Reflecting on the decision to end his working relationship with Clarkson and Hammond, May shared with BBC Radio 4 last month: “We are getting on a bit and everything does have to end. To be honest, we wanted to end it on our own terms. As we always used to say, ‘We want to land it safely, not fly it into a cliff.’”
In conclusion, it’s encouraging to see James May providing updates and remaining in good spirits despite his recent bike accident. His commitment to charity work and dedication to his filming projects showcase his resilience and passion for his craft. May’s ability to engage with his fans and share insights into his recovery process adds a personal touch to his public persona, earning him continued support and admiration from his audience. We look forward to seeing more updates on his recovery and future endeavours in the entertainment industry.