‘We’ll never forget him’ – O’Connell family pay tribute to Un De Sceaux

A 10-time Grade One-winner for Willie Mullins, he suffered what was described as a freak accident at the stud farm in France where he had enjoyed a happy retirement.
RIP: Un De Sceaux has died at the age of 18. Pic: Photo Healy Racing.

RIP: Un De Sceaux has died at the age of 18. Pic: Photo Healy Racing.

Tue, 16 Jun, 2026 - 12:30
Nick Robson, Press Association

The owners of Un De Sceaux have remembered their “horse of a lifetime” following news of his death at the age of 18.

A 10-time Grade One-winner for Willie Mullins, he suffered what was described as a freak accident at the stud farm in France where he had enjoyed a happy retirement.

You have reached your article limit. Already a subscriber? Sign in

185 years of the Irish Examiner

185th
Anniversary Offer

Six months of digital access for €18.50

No obligation. Ts&Cs apply.

More in this section

O'Brien infection gives punters Punchestown quandary O'Brien infection gives punters Punchestown quandary
The O’Brien family enjoy remarkable day at the Curragh The O’Brien family enjoy remarkable day at the Curragh
Sun comes out for O'Brien at Curragh despite virus worry Sun comes out for O'Brien at Curragh despite virus worry
<p>Trainer Willie Mullins watching on as Fact To File is saddled in Punchestown last year. Pic: Healy Racing</p>

Willie Mullins at 70 - relentless focus is powered by patience

READ NOW

Sport

Newsletter

Sign up to our daily sports bulletin, delivered straight to your inbox at 5pm. Subscribers also receive an exclusive email from our sports desk editors every Friday evening looking forward to the weekend's sporting action.

Latest

Sport

Newsletter

Sign up to our daily sports bulletin, delivered straight to your inbox at 5pm. Subscribers also receive an exclusive email from our sports desk editors every Friday evening looking forward to the weekend's sporting action.

Ruby Walsh
Ruby Walsh

The voice of racing

Most Read

Cookie Policy Privacy Policy Brand Safety FAQ Help Contact Us Terms and Conditions

© Examiner Echo Group Limited