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Female jockey Eszter Jeles dead at 21: ‘Hero’ rider suffers fatal injuries in horror mid-race fall

, Female jockey Eszter Jeles dead at 21: ‘Hero’ rider suffers fatal injuries in horror mid-race fall

FEMALE jockey Eszter Jeles has tragically died aged just 21 after suffering a catastrophic mid-race fall.

The ‘hero’ rider passed away in hospital 13 days after coming down while representing her native Hungary in a race in Turkey.

Tragic Jeles has died aged just 21 after suffering a horror mid-race fall
The talented rider was described as a ‘hero’ for her efforts in the saddle
, Female jockey Eszter Jeles dead at 21: ‘Hero’ rider suffers fatal injuries in horror mid-race fall
Jeles had been racing at the back of the pack when she came down after a horse in front of her fell

Jeles was rushed to hospital with head injuries after falling off her mount Toms on September 5 and had surgery a day later.

But her death was confirmed late on Saturday, just shy of two weeks after the fatal fall.

A Turkey Jockey Club statement read: “Hungarian lady rider Eszter Jeles fell from the horse named Toms in Fegentri World Championship Race for Lady Riders on Sunday, September 5 at the Veliefendi Racecourse in Istanbul.

“Following the accident, she was immediately taken to hospital for treatment.

“Following her health checks, she underwent an operation on Monday, September 6 and her treatment continued.

“We are deeply sorry to learn that Eszter Jeles lost her 13-day struggle to survive and lost her life despite all efforts of the medical teams since the first day.

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“We would like to extend our deepest condolences to Jeles family and her loved ones.

“May God rest her soul in peace.”

And a statement from the Hungarian Jockey club said: “We announce with deep pain and a shaky heart that Eszter Jeles is dead.

‘SHE WAS A HERO’

“Her body was unable to overcome the injury caused by the accident two weeks ago.

“Esti was a hero, giving her life for horse racing. We lock your memory in our hearts forever.”

A farewell ceremony where jockeys and stable staff paid their respects to Jeles was performed at Veliefendi yesterday, and a minute’s silence was observed.

The jockey’s mother Andrea made an emotional speech to the crowd, saying: “It is very difficult to describe the emotions we experience.

“Eszter specifically chose Turkey for horse riding. Years ago, in a post she made on her social media account, she said, ‘If I die one day because of my passion for speed, don’t be sad because I will be laughing at that time’.

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“We are grateful to everyone who took care of us, especially the Jockey Club of Turkey, and we will never forget your support.”

Jeles had been competing in the Longines-sponsored World Championship series.

She won a race earlier in the card and looked to be travelling well in her second ride – a race for women jockeys – when disaster sadly struck.

In a five-runner race over one mile, the horse in front of Jeles’ – Out Of The Dark ridden by Tracy Menuet – fell and she was brought down as a result.

STUDENT WITH BRIGHT FUTURE

Jeles was believed to be combining life as a jockey with being a student, although it’s not clear what she was studying.

She had ridden nine winners from 106 Flat rides and was fourth in the 2021 Longines Fegentri World Championship Lady Rider league.

Racing fans paid their respects upon learning of her passing.

One said: “Absolutely heartbreaking news. Sending deepest condolences to all of the family and friends of Eszti and to the Hungarian Amateur Riders Club. We will never forget you Eszti! Rest in Peace.”

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While another commented: “So very tragic, thoughts and prayers are with the family and friends. Such a short life. RIP. Shine bright up among the stars.”

, Female jockey Eszter Jeles dead at 21: ‘Hero’ rider suffers fatal injuries in horror mid-race fall

Jeles was believed to be combining her life as a jockey with that of a student
, Female jockey Eszter Jeles dead at 21: ‘Hero’ rider suffers fatal injuries in horror mid-race fall
The tragic jockey passed away 13 days after her fatal fall
, Female jockey Eszter Jeles dead at 21: ‘Hero’ rider suffers fatal injuries in horror mid-race fall
A service was held in Jeles’ honour at Valiefendi racecourse in Turkey, where she fell

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