Picture: Instagram Frank Bruno

Former world heavyweight champion boxer Frank Bruno spent two weeks in hospital after falling ill on a plane.

The 63-year-old was on a long-haul flight to Thailand.

His manager Dave Davies told The Sun:

“Frank was flying out to work in Thailand when he was taken ill on the plane at Doha.

“Medical crew attended Frank on the plane and at hospital.

“He’s now recovering and hopes to be back at work as soon as possible.”

Bruno wrote on X:

“Morning, so my illness story is out!

“Now you know why I have been quiet on social media.

“The last three weeks have been tough especially not knowing what was wrong with me and a viral infection can mean loads of things between Dave in the office and me we’ll keep you informed.

“At the moment I am told I cannot go to work so for the jobs last week and this weekend please accept my apology.

“However, the office is telling me most bookers want to transfer the booked dates.

“The office tells me already this morning hundreds of messages from well-wishers so thank you.

“Can’t wait to get back to work.”