Apprentice jockey Izzy Neale fighting for life after horrific fall at Warren
The 22-year-old remains in a critical condition after an accident that saw her horse euthanised.
An apprentice jockey is fighting for life after a horrific fall at a regional race track six hours north-west of Sydney.
Young hoop Izzy Neale and fellow jockey Diego Montes de Oca both came off their respective mounts Marnoo and Shadow Dane with about 400m to run in race six at Warren on Sunday.
Neale was airlifted to Dubbo Hospital in a critical condition, while Montes de Oca followed in an ambulance with a suspected broken foot, and Marnoo was euthanised after suffering a “near foreleg injury”, according to Racing NSW Stewards.
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By continuing you agree to our Terms and Privacy Policy.Monday’s planned race meet at Scone has been postponed as the NSW and wider racing community wraps its arms around 22-year-old Neale, who is surrounded by family as she remains in a critical condition.
“Following consultation with jockeys and trainers engaged to participate at today’s race meeting at Scone, a decision has been made to postpone the meeting,” Racing NSW said in a statement on Monday morning.
“The decision follows the serious race fall involving apprentice jockey Izzy Neale at Warren yesterday.
“Izzy remains in Dubbo Hospital in a critical condition, with her family by her side.
“The thoughts and heartfelt support of Racing NSW and the entire racing community are with Izzy, her family, friends and colleagues during this extremely difficult time.”
An outpouring of love and prayers has flooded social media since the accident.
“Praying for a miracle tonight. A terrible day for our industry,” Sky Racing presenter and former jockey Melinda Turner said.
“Sending all our love and support to Izzy and Diego after a dreadful fall at Warren. Will update conditions ASAP,” the Australian Jockeys’ Association added.
“Today was a tough day. My thoughts and prayers are with Izzy, her family and many friends. Hug your loved ones and tell someone you love them. We’re all just doing our best in life,” racing analyst Ben Walker said.
Melbourne Cup winner Robbie Dolan added: “Tough day to be a jockey when things like this happen.”
Racing.com’s Olivia Kold wrote: “Just wanted to say, as we broadcast the Victorian Hamilton meeting today, that our thoughts will very much remain with Izzy Neale, her family, friends, colleagues and loved ones. She will be in our minds all day.”
Originally published on 7NEWS Sport
