Jockey Michael O'Sullivan, a three-time Grade One winner, suffered significant injuries after falling from his mount, Wee Charlie, during a two-mile handicap chase at Tipperary. The incident involved two additional fallers and led to the abandonment of the meeting after just two races. Following the fall, O'Sullivan was airlifted to Cork University Hospital, where he is currently in the intensive care unit. His family appreciates the public's well wishes during this challenging time. O'Sullivan's notable achievements include a win at the 2023 Cheltenham Festival with Marine Nationale.
Michael is in the intensive care unit at Cork University Hospital being treated for his injuries sustained at Thurles yesterday and is receiving the best medical care.
Michael's family wish to express their gratitude for all the well wishes.
O'Sullivan rose to stardom at the 2023 Cheltenham Festival when steering the Barry Connell-trained Marine Nationale to success in the Supreme Novices' Hurdle at the Cotswolds.
Two other runners were badly hampered as a result of the incident (unseating their riders) with the remainder of the meeting abandoned after the second race.
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