Apprentice jockey Izzy Neale in critical condition after horror fall
Apprentice jockey Izzy Neale, 22, fell at Warren on Sunday and remains in critical condition.
Apprentice jockey Izzy Neale, 22, fell during a race at Warren on Sunday. Neale was airlifted to Dubbo Hospital and remains in critical condition.
Neale lost consciousness in the incident. Fellow jockey Diego Montes de Oca broke his foot.
Racing NSW cancelled a scheduled race meeting at Scone following the fall. A horse was put down after suffering a foreleg injury.
Racing NSW said the sport's thoughts and support are with Neale and her family during this difficult time.
- 22
- Age
- 88 from 699 starts
- Career wins
- Dubbo Hospital
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Why it mattersA serious racing accident shows the physical danger jockeys face every day. It also shows the emotional impact for the racing community when young athletes are badly hurt.
AustraliaThe incident affects horse racing in NSW and raises safety concerns across Australian racing, with a major meeting cancelled and attention now on the young jockey's recovery.
