Conor Brassil injured in Fairyhouse fall

"He's not long been back from injury and 2017 hasn't been a great year for him."

Conor Brassil injured in Fairyhouse fall

Jockey Conor Brassil was taken to hospital after suffering a suspected broken leg in a fall in the final race at Fairyhouse on Tuesday.

The 5lb claimer, son of Grand National-winning trainer Martin Brassil, was partnering Demi Plie in the two-mile handicap hurdle when his mount came to grief at the third flight.

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