34 12 months outdated horse racing star dies after horror fall at nation assembly in Donald

“Police will put together a report for the coroner following the loss of life of a jockey in Donald,” a police assertion mentioned.

“The male was using in a race at a observe on Racecourse Street when he fell round 1.30pm. He was labored on by paramedics however sadly died on the scene.

“Work Secure have been notified and can examine. The loss of life shouldn’t be being handled as suspicious.”

He’s survived by his spouse, Lucy, and 4 kids, who’re all aged beneath 5.

Racing Victoria has postponed the Anzac Day conferences scheduled for Flemington and Moe out of respect for the household.

Holland gained a Group 1 Newmarket Handicap in March, the largest victory of his profession as he saluted on In Secret for the Godolphin house owners.

He had 1080 profession wins to his title, totalling greater than $32 million in prizemoney for connections. He gained the Adelaide Cup twice, in 2015 and 2019, in addition to the 2021 Geelong Cup aboard Tralee Rose.

Holland began his skilled using profession in South Australia in 2005 earlier than shifting to Victoria. His final win was at Ararat final week.

On Monday he was aboard Headingley within the 1000m opening race when his mount shifted inwards after which fell as the sphere changed into the straight.

That brought about Time To Rumble to additionally fall, however its jockey Alana Kelly was capable of rise up and stroll again to the mounting yard just about unscathed.

The 2 horses concerned reportedly escaped harm.

Stewards made the choice to desert all the remainder of the assembly as a helicopter was referred to as to move Holland to Melbourne.

“On behalf of the Victorian racing trade, I wish to lengthen our prayers and heartfelt condolences to Dean’s companion Lucy, his kids, his household, buddies and colleagues on the extremely unhappy information of his passing,” Racing Victoria chief Andrew Jones mentioned.

“It was a tragic accident at Donald right now and we’re all are deeply shocked and saddened that Dean has handed away because of accidents sustained within the fall.

“Dean was a gifted light-weight rider who gained over 1000 races and was extremely revered by his friends. He showcased his immense expertise on the largest stage final month when profitable the Group 1 Newmarket Handicap at Flemington.

“Dean’s passing is heartbreaking for all inside Victorian racing and the game nationally. It’s a sobering reminder of the immense bravery of our riders.”

It’s the newest in a string of great falls at Victorian conferences in latest occasions.

Main Melbourne jockeys Ethan Brown, Jamie Kah, Teo Nugent, and Craig Williams all hung out in hospital following falls at main conferences.

Williams has since returned to using.

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