World Cup-bound French grateful to medical staff
England star Hannah French pays tribute to the team's medical staff after recovering from injury in time to play in next month's women's Hockey World Cup.
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"It's definitely been a rollercoaster, but I am so fortunate that I've had all the support and help along with my journey - and I've had that World Cup goal to aim for."
— Hannah French , Athlete
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England star Hannah French pays tribute to the team's medical staff after recovering from injury in time to play in next month's women's Hockey World Cup.
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