Henry de Bromhead pays tribute to 'extraordinary' son after tragic accident

The parents of 13-year-old Jack de Bromhead, who died following a horse-racing accident, have paid tribute to their “extraordinary and beautiful” son.

In an online post, leading horse trainer Henry de Bromhead and his wife Heather described Jack as a “perfect, funny, loving son”.

His death has caused widespread shock among the Irish racing community.

The teenager died in a horse racing accident in Co Kerry on Saturday.

He had been taking part in Glenbeigh horse and pony race at Rossbeigh beach. The racing event was immediately cancelled following the incident.

It is understood the young jockey fell from his horse.

“On September 3rd we said goodbye to our extraordinary, beautiful 13-year-old son, Jack,” his parents said.

“A one-of-a-kind child who touched all our lives in the best way possible – he will be forever present in our lives.

“Always cherished, always loved, frozen in time with a beautiful young soul.

“He was an amazing son who told us he loved us every day – an over-brimming heart of loyalty, empathy, patience, pluck, courage and how he made us laugh.

“Not only the perfect, funny, loving son but also an incredible, loving brother to our beautiful daughters, his twin sister Mia and his little sister, Georgia.

“He always had their back and was fiercely loyal and kind. Our hearts are truly broken.

“He made so many friends wherever he went, and they felt his special, unique and loyal touch on their lives too. We ask that they please celebrate and love him as we know he would have wished.

“Jack has lived so many more years than the 13 – he filled every moment of his days, always busy, forever curious grasping at life and new interests.

“The passion he had for his family and friends extended to all his hobbies and