Horse rider Sarah Yarke dies after falling during Aston-le-Walls Horse Trials in Northamptonshire
Sarah Yorke, 37, could not be saved by medical professionals after the accident at the third fence at the Aston-le-Walls Horse Trials in Northamptonshire on Friday, British Eventing said in a statement.
All competition due to take place on Saturday was abandoned.
Ms Yorke's horse, MGH HERA, was uninjured after being assessed by the on-site vets and walked back to the stable.
British Eventing described the incident as 'a deeply difficult moment for the eventing community' and said there would be a full review of what happened.
Chief executive Rosie Williams said: 'On behalf of everyone at British Eventing, I would like to express our deepest condolences to Sarah's family and friends.
'The thoughts of the entire eventing community are with them at this incredibly difficult time.'
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