Michael O’Sullivan, an Ireland rider who fell from his horse at the Thurles racecourse, died more than a week after the fall, said the Irish regulatory board of cavalry (IHRB) in a press release. I was 24 years old.
He fell from his horse during the races again on February 20 Chase on February 6.
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Michael O’Sullivan celebrates in Marine Nationale after winning 13:30 The Sky Bet Supreme Novices. (Reuters/Peter Cziborra)
“Michael was an exceptionally talented rider who was always popular in the weight room,” said the IHRB CEO, Darragh O’loughlin, in the statement. “Michael will be deeply surprised by everyone in the races that had the pleasure of meeting him. Our hearts are with Michael’s family, especially his parents Bernadette and William and his brother Alan, who will feel their loss more intensely.”
Dr. Jennifer Pugh, medical director of the IHRB, said that O’Sullivan’s family decided to donate her organs.
“I have had the privilege of meeting Michael through his amateur and professional career and his dedication, modesty and friendly nature, they always made a pleasure to be close,” Pagh added. “Michael’s success and his humility will have inspired many, and I share the feeling of loss today with all who knew him.
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Discaire et passe, mounted by Paul Townend, and Good Land, mounted by Michael O’Sullivan, in action during the rookies of the 13:30 Ballymore. (Reuters/Peter Cziborra)
“Michael’s family wishes to reiterate his gratitude for all the support they have received in recent days and express their thanks to the local community and the racing family. The O’Sullivan family has asked for privacy at this time.”
O’Sullivan became a professional in 2022 and won the obstacle of the supreme novices the following year at the Cheltenham Festival, according to the BBC. He had 95 victories in Ireland and Great Britain during his career.
“It is a terrible news that puts all our problems in context. Here it will be surprised a lot and there is real sadness here,” said coach Willie Mullins, through the exit. “There was two mornings here a week and it was a large part of the team and his part was only going to grow here. He was a pilot so natural that he was very modest, friendly and discreet.
“He had a great understanding of horses and careers and given the horse, he was man. I think Closutton will be a much poorer without him and we, as a family, we will miss him a lot in the courtyard and we have his family in Our thoughts and our prayers are for them now. “
