Michael O’Sullivan, a jockey From Ireland who fell out of his horse on Thurles Racecourse, died more than a week after autumn, said the Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board (IHRB) in a press release. He was 24.
He fell from his horse during the Racing again on 20 February Handicap Chase on 6 February.
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Michael O’Sullivan celebrates Nationale Nationale after winning the 13:30 The Sky Bet Supreme Novices. (Reuters/Peter Cziborra)
“Michael was an exceptionally talented young driver who was always popular in the weighing room,” said IHRB CEO Darragh O’Loughlin in the release. “Michael will be deeply missed by everyone in racing who had the pleasure to know him. Our hearts go to Michael’s family, especially his parents Bernadette and William and his brother Alan, who will feel his loss most sharp.”
Dr. Jennifer Pugh, the Chief Medical Officer of the IHRB, said that the O’Sullivan family decided to donate his organs.
“I had the privilege of knowing Michael through his amateur and professional career and his dedication, modesty and friendly nature always made him a pleasure in the neighborhood,” Pugh added. “The success of Michael and his humility will have inspired many, and I share the feeling of loss today with everyone who knew him.
Impaire et Passe, driven by Paul Townend, and good land, driven by Michael O’Sullivan, in action during the 13:30 Ballymore Novices. (Reuters/Peter Cziborra)
“Michael’s family would like to repeat their gratitude for all the support they have received in recent days and express their appreciation to the local community and racing family. The O’Sullivan family has currently asked for privacy.”
O’Sullivan became Pro in 2022 and, according to the following year, won the obstacles of the Supreme Novices at the Cheltenham Festival, according to At the BBC. He had 95 victories in Ireland and Great Britain in the course of his career.
“It is terrible news that brings all our problems to the context. He will be missed a lot here and there is a real sorrow here,” said trainer Willie Mullins, via the outlet. “He was here two mornings a week and was very bad part of the team And his part here would only get bigger. He was such a natural rider who was very modest, friendly and modest.
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“He had a great understanding of horses and racing and given the horse he was the man. I think Closutton will be a much poor place without him and we, like a family, will miss him. He will be missed a lot in the garden And we have his family in our thoughts and our prayers are now for them. “
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