Jockey Wesley Joyce sedated in intensive care after being ‘ejected from saddle’ in horrific fall at Galway
JOCKEY Wesley Joyce remains sedated in intensive care after being ‘ejected from the saddle’ in a horrific fall at Galway.
The Irish rider came down after his mount Red Hell stumbled during a 7f sprint at the track on Thursday.
A 20-1 chance, Red Heel lost her footing on the path crossing the course early on, unseating Joyce.
Describing the terrible scenes as they happened, commentator Jerry Hannon said: “Red Heel has ejected Wesley Joyce out of the saddle at that road crossing.”
The jockey was rushed to hospital and an update on his condition was provided on Friday.
Dr Jennifer Pugh, Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board Senior Medical Officer, said: “Wesley’s condition has further stabilised overnight.
“The majority of his injuries are in his chest and he will remain sedated in ICU to rest and be monitored over the coming days.
“The IHRB wish to reiterate our thanks to the team at University Hospital Galway and racecourse doctor, Professor McAnena, for their excellent care at the racecourse and in the hospital.”
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Joyce is an apprentice rider believed to be in his early 20s.
His fall came just hours before English rider Laura Pearson was also rushed to hospital following an incident at Epsom.
The up-and-coming star was reported to be conscious as she was put into an ambulance.
Pearson fell after he saddle slipped on Be Lucky My Son in the 8.00 at the Surrey track.
Trainer Ralph Beckett said: “They think nothing is broken and she is conscious.”