Michael O’Sullivan dead aged 25: Tragic Cheltenham-winning jockey dies ten days after horror five-horse pile-up

Michael O’Sullivan dead aged 25: Tragic Cheltenham-winning jockey dies ten days after horror five-horse pile-up

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Michael O’Sullivan dead aged 25: Tragic Cheltenham-winning jockey dies ten days after horror five-horse pile-up

Source: The Sun

Author: Henry Tomlinson

Published: Feb, 16 2025 08:13

MICHAEL O'SULLIVAN has died at the age of 25. The National Hunt jockey passed away following a tragic fall at the Thurles Racecourse on February 6. O'Sullivan was airlifted to the Cork University Hospital after the incident, which involved five horses. He remained in intensive care until it was announced that he died on Sunday morning. The IHRB released a statement sending condolences to his family. It said: "On behalf of the O'Sullivan family, it is with profound sadness that the IHRB confirms the passing of Michael O'Sullivan.

[Jockey Michael O'Sullivan winning a horse race.] — Image Credit: The Sun [Jockey Michael O'Sullivan winning a horse race.]

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