🏇 **Drama on the Racecourse: Jockey Callum Pritchard’s ‘Really Nasty’ Fall** 🏇
Hold your horses! Racing fans witnessed a heart-stopping moment at Huntingdon racecourse when Welsh jockey Callum Pritchard took a spill and ended up in hospital. Riding the spirited Limier d’Arthel, Callum hit the dirt at the first hurdle. The drama escalated when the horse, suddenly riderless, accidentally trampled him. 😟
Medical teams rushed in, and the race’s next part was briefly paused, with spectators and viewers on edge. Pritchard was whisked off for X-rays on his leg—here’s hoping for good news! Despite the tense situation, Callum remains positive and in high spirits, according to his representative, Sam Stronge.
A shoutout to Double Measure for taking the win amidst the chaos, and kudos to winning trainer Dan Skelton, continuing his impressive season.
Former jockey Daryl Jacob expressed concern about the fall, remarking on the toughness of jockeys. “These riders are like old boots,” he said, wishing Pritchard a swift recovery.
Meanwhile, an inquiry is underway about why safety screens weren’t used during the incident. The British Horseracing Authority is diving into the details.
Not just a man of the races, Callum also has a rugby background, having traded his rugby boots for stirrups. He previously played for Wattstown RFC and came up against future Wales internationals during his school days. 🏉
Let’s send Callum our best wishes as he recovers and hope to see him back on the track soon! #JockeyStrong #RacingCommunity 💪💫