Irish jockey in coma after fall

Limerick jockey JT McNamara was airlifted to hospital in an induced coma after being injured in a fall at the Cheltenham Festival.

Irish jockey in coma after fall
Fri, 15 Mar, 2013 - 00:00
Greg Smith

He reportedly suffered a serious neck injury.

The renowned amateur rider was partnering Galaxy Rock in the Fulke Walwyn Kim Muir Challenge Cup when the pair crashed out at the first fence. Medical staff were quickly on hand to treat McNamara and it was decided to transfer him to Frenchay Hospital in Bristol for further treatment.

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