Irish jockey Michael O'Sullivan, 24, dies after falling from horse
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Michael O’Sullivan, a jockey from Ireland who fell from his horse at Thurles Racecourse, has died more than a week after the fall, the Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board (IHRB) said in a news release. He was 24.
He fell from his horse during the Racing Again February 20th Handicap Chase on Feb. 6.
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Michael O’Sullivan celebrates on Marine Nationale after winning the 13:30 The Sky Bet Supreme Novices. (Reuters/Peter Cziborra)
"Michael was an exceptionally talented young rider who was always popular in the weighroom," IHRB CEO Darragh O’Loughlin said in the release. "Michael will be deeply missed by everyone in racing who had the pleasure of knowing him. Our hearts go out to Michael’s family, especially his parents Bernadette and William and his brother Alan, who will feel his loss most keenly."
Dr. Jennifer Pugh, the IHRB’s chief medical officer, said O’Sullivan’s family decided to donate his organs.
"I have had the privilege of knowing Michael through his amateur and professional career and his dedication, modesty and kind nature always made him a pleasure to be around," Pugh added. "Michael’s success and his humility will have inspired many, and I share the feeling of loss today with all those who knew him.
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Impaire Et Passe, ridden by Paul Townend, and Good Land, ridden by Michael O’Sullivan, in action during the 13:30 Ballymore Novices. (Reuters/Peter Cziborra)
"Michael’s family would like to reiterate their gratefulness for all the support they have received in the last couple of days