Jockey Michael O’Sullivan Dies Aged 24 After Thurles Fall

The horse racing community is mourning the loss of 24-year-old jockey Michael O’Sullivan, who passed away in the early hours of Sunday morning after suffering fatal injuries in a fall at Thurles on 6 February. O’Sullivan was airlifted to Cork University Hospital and placed in an induced coma but succumbed to his injuries despite extensive medical care.

Dr. Jennifer Pugh, chief medical officer of the Irish Horse Racing Regulatory Board, expressed condolences, acknowledging the efforts of medical teams who treated O’Sullivan both on the racecourse and in the hospital.

In a selfless act, his family decided to donate his organs, providing hope to other patients in need. O’Sullivan was considered one of racing’s brightest young talents, and his passing is a significant loss to the sport. Tributes have poured in from the racing community, honoring his skill, determination, and sportsmanship.

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by Aditi Doshi