Irish jockey Michael O'Sullivan passed away after being injured in a fall at Thurles on February 6th, which was announced by the Irish Horse Racing Regulation Board (IHRB).
The 24-year-old is riding Wee Charlie for trainer Gerald O'Leary and once again in the two-mile race, one of the three fallen hands at the final fence of the Handicap Chase on February 20th. did.
The remaining meetings were abandoned to allow an ambulance to arrive and take O'Sullivan to the hospital, and later confirmed he was undergoing treatment in the intensive care unit at Cork University Hospital.
Dr. Jennifer Pugh, IHRB's Chief Medical Officer, said in a statement:
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“We will extend our appreciation to the interdisciplinary teams who provided the best medical care to Michael both at the racetrack and at Cork University Hospital,” added Dr. Pugh.
“I had the privilege of knowing Michael throughout his amateur and professional career, and his dedication, humility and kindness have always made him happy around him. Michael's success and his humility and his humility are the ones who have always given him joy. The impact has affected many people and I share today's sense of loss with all those who know him.
“Michael's family wants to express their gratitude to the local community and racing family for all the support they have received over the past few days. The O'Sullivan family is currently seeking privacy.
Dr. Pugh added: “During this incredibly difficult time, Michael's family made the decision to donate organs, but in doing so they made the choice to make a real difference in the lives of other patients and their families. .”
“We're looking forward to seeing you in the future,” said Darragh O'Loughlin, CEO of IHRB. Michael is deeply overlooked by everyone in the race who had the joy of knowing him.
“Our minds come out towards Michael's family, especially his parents, Bernadette and William and his brother Alan.
O'Sullivan began his riding career on the point-to-point circuit, crowning the Under-21 Rider champion in 2019. A 47-length victory in Hunter Chase, and he became a pro in September 2022.
He enjoyed a prominent winner at that month's harvest festival at Listwell, so it didn't take O'Sullivan long to make a big impact on the professional ranks. He achieved the glory of Terrence O'Brien-trained Magnal, and after just three days he led the success of Ross Common owner trainer Barry Connell to Enniscully for three years.
The link-up with Connell was a huge success that season, with the pair being combined to land both the Royal Bond beginner hurdles at Fairy House and the best beginner hurdles at Marine National and Cheltenham. Goodland was also the Grade One winner of the team at the Dublin Racing Festival.
O'Sullivan enjoyed a one-day double at the 2023 Cheltenham Festival, winning the Boodles Juvan Handicap Hurdle at Marine National and Gordon Elliott's Jazzy Matie. He concluded his breakthrough campaign by winning the championship conditional in Ireland with 32 winners.
Overall, O'Sullivan got 90 winners in Ireland and five winners in the UK and five under the rules.
As a sign of respect, Sunday's race in Panchestown has been cancelled, with three point-to-point fixtures scheduled for taking place in Ireland. “Panchestown will not race today as a sign of respect for Michael O'Sullivan, who passed,” the race course confirmed. “His family, friends and lace colleagues are in our thoughts and prayers. A very sad day. RIP.”
