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Trombonist soldier faints during Trooping the Colour rehearsal

A trombonist soldier from the Massed Bands of the Household Division fainted during a rehearsal for the Trooping the Colour ceremony.

10 June 2023 · 22:50 UTC

After regaining consciousness, the soldier attempted to continue playing but was eventually led away.

The incident occurred amidst hot weather in London.

Prince William later expressed his gratitude to all the soldiers who took part in the rehearsal on Twitter.