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Telegraph
10-04-2025
- Health
- Telegraph
Grand National horse died from ‘infection and sepsis'
Grand National runner Celebre D'Allen died from a respiratory infection which developed after his collapse in the race. The 13-year-old horse developed a 'severe bacterial respiratory infection' that resulted in the onset of sepsis as the horse's immune system was 'severely compromised' after running on Saturday. Post-mortem examinations concluded that an 'exercise-associated episode' which led the 13-year-old to collapse was no longer a factor by the time of his death on Tuesday. The horse – who collapsed after jumping the last in Saturday's showpiece – died of complications linked to pleuropneumonia (a lung infection), although blood tests taken on the day of the race showed no presence of the virus. Vets believe it is not possible to separate the emergence of the secondary problem from his run at Aintree. A statement from the BHA said: 'The findings of the post-mortem state that the exercise-associated episode experienced by the horse after the race had concluded by the time of death. 'However, a severe bacterial respiratory infection [pleuropneumonia] had occurred post-race which led to the horse's deterioration on Monday evening, with the subsequent onset of sepsis or endotoxaemia [the release of harmful substances into the bloodstream from bacteria] likely to have been a key factor in the cause of death. 'Blood tests taken from the day of the race indicate that the infection had not been present in the horse on raceday, and was therefore developed after the race.' After initially showing signs of recovery, Celebre D'Allen's condition 'deteriorated significantly' and he died on Tuesday. Micheal Nolan, Celebre D'Allen's rider, was handed a 10-day suspension after Aintree stewards ruled he had 'continued in the race when the horse appeared to have no more to give and was clearly losing ground after the second-last fence'. But the post-mortem examination found that the effects of the incident had 'concluded by the time of death'. The infection resulted in the onset of sepsis, which is 'likely to have been a key factor' in the cause of death. Blood tests taken on the day of the race indicated that the infection had not been present in the horse on raceday. The BHA said the post-mortem was just 'one part' of their reviewing process of any fatality. Celebre D'Allen was a 125-1 shot at the National won by jockey Patrick Mullins on Nick Rockett. This is great to see 🙌 Broadway Boy and Celebre D'Allen who ran in yesterday's Randox Grand National are heading off home after being given the time and treatment they needed from our expert teams. — Aintree Racecourse (@AintreeRaces) April 6, 2025 Celebre D'Allen's death prompted criticism from animal-rights activists, with Animal Rising and Animal Aid attacking the sport for allowing him to run aged 13. The BHA said there had been 24 13-year-old horses since 2000 who have competed in the Grand National, with no previous fatalities. There was also concern at the Grand National for Broadway Boy, who suffered a heavy fall at the 25th fence while leading the race. Vets and staff rushed to the scene and it was confirmed on Sunday that, although the horse was 'stiff and sore', it was 'travelling home' safely. National-winning jockey suspended Winning jockey Mullins was also banned this week after being handed an eight-day suspension for overuse of the whip on the run to the finish line. Mullins, who led home a one-two-three for father and trainer Willie Mullins, was found to have used the whip eight times after the last fence, one more than the permitted seven in jumps racing. His ride was referred to the Whip Review Committee who elected to sanction the amateur jockey for breaching the limit, and he will be suspended for eight separate days including April 23 and 25.
Yahoo
06-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Broadway Boy heads home after Grand National fall
Broadway Boy is to return home after suffering a heavy fall in the Grand National. The horse, trained in Gloucestershire by Nigel Twiston-Davies, was leading the Aintree showpiece when he came down heavily at Valentine's Brook on the second circuit. "Thank you for all the lovely messages, more importantly thanks to all the vets at @AintreeRaces," said Nigel's son and assistant trainer Willy Twiston-Davies on X. "Broadway Boy is getting loaded on to the horse ambulance and coming home. Such a special horse to all of us at Grangehill Farm. "Big thanks to Laura who has stayed with him all night." Willy's jockey brother Sam said the horse was "stiff and sore". Following the race, Broadway Boy and Celebre D'Allen - who was pulled up - were walked on to horse ambulances after being assessed on course by vets and taken to the racecourse stables for further assessment. Broadway Boy's jockey Tom Bellamy was taken to Aintree University Hospital for assessment Celebre D'Allen is trained in Somerset by Philip Hobbs and Johnson White. "He has stayed overnight at Aintree for observation and rest and will be OK," said a post on their Facebook account on Saturday evening. Nick Rockett wins Grand National for Mullins duo Tearful Mullins savours career peak after National success with son Grand National 2025 result - where your horse finished Celebre D'Allen's rider Micheal Nolan was given a 10-day suspension after Aintree stewards ruled he had continued when his mount had no more to give and was losing ground. Meanwhile Nick Scholfield, who pulled up his National mount Monbeg Genius after the third-last fence, has announced his retirement. The 35-year-old was third in the big race on Teaforthree in 2013 and fourth with Santini in 2022. Scholfield, who plans to become a trainer, won the Grade One Tolworth Hurdle at Sandown in 2013 aboard Melodic Rendezvous, one of eight victories on the horse. Latest horse racing results
BBC News
06-04-2025
- Entertainment
- BBC News
Broadway Boy heads home after Grand National fall
Broadway Boy is to return home after suffering a heavy fall in the Grand horse, trained in Gloucestershire by Nigel Twiston-Davies, was leading the Aintree showpiece when he came down heavily at Valentine's Brook on the second circuit."Thank you for all the lovely messages, more importantly thanks to all the vets at @AintreeRaces," said Nigel's son and assistant trainer Willy Twiston-Davies on X."Broadway Boy is getting loaded on to the horse ambulance and coming home. Such a special horse to all of us at Grangehill Farm."Big thanks to Laura who has stayed with him all night."Willy's jockey brother Sam said the horse was "stiff and sore".Following the race, Broadway Boy and Celebre D'Allen - who was pulled up - were walked on to horse ambulances after being assessed on course by vets and taken to the racecourse stables for further Boy's jockey Tom Bellamy was taken to Aintree University Hospital for assessmentCelebre D'Allen is trained in Somerset by Philip Hobbs and Johnson White."He has stayed overnight at Aintree for observation and rest and will be OK," said a post on their Facebook account on Saturday evening. Celebre D'Allen's rider Micheal Nolan was given a 10-day suspension after Aintree stewards ruled he had continued when his mount had no more to give and was losing Nick Scholfield, who pulled up his National mount Monbeg Genius after the third-last fence, has announced his 35-year-old was third in the big race on Teaforthree in 2013 and fourth with Santini in who plans to become a trainer, won the Grade One Tolworth Hurdle at Sandown in 2013 aboard Melodic Rendezvous, one of eight victories on the horse.
Yahoo
04-04-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Nine-year-old hopes to be lucky charm for Grand National runner
A nine-year-old with a rare neurological condition is hoping to be the lucky charm for a Grand National runner. Joshua Duckworth, who lives in Aintree and has life-limiting condition 4H leukodystrophy, rubbed a 'lucky medal' on the nose of his favourite horse, Iroko, on a visit to his Cheshire stables last month. While visiting the yard, he also made the good luck gesture to horse Jagwar – who went on to win the TrustATrader Plate Handicap Chase at last month's Cheltenham Festival. Nine-year-old Joshua Duckworth has been announced as the honorary 35th runner for the @RandoxHealth Grand National 🙌 Joshua is under the care of @AlderHey's Neurology team and has been visited by several famous racing faces 🤩 Read more 👉 — Aintree Racecourse (@AintreeRaces) January 29, 2025 Joshua said: 'I love horseracing and I love Iroko. It was great to meet him where he lives and I hope rubbing my lucky coin will help him win. I'll be cheering him on at Aintree.' Josh Guerriero, who is joint trainer of Iroko with Oliver Greenall, said: 'We've loved meeting Joshua and his family. It was brilliant having them on the yard, they had a great time watching horses on the gallops and seeing the facilities. 'You could see how much he enjoyed meeting Iroko and we hope that him rubbing his lucky coin will bring him as much fortune in the National as it did for Jagwar at Cheltenham.' The medal was given to Joshua after he met a member of Brentford Football Club's security team called Andy. His father Christopher said: 'Joshua melted his heart, and when he saw him again Andy gave Joshua a lucky medal from his Army days and said the medal always kept him safe and strong. 'He said it was lucky and wanted Joshua to have it to protect him and keep him safe and strong against his disease. 'Joshua wanted to take this medal to Josh and Olly's yard to wish Iroko luck and to keep Iroko safe and protect him in the race. Joshua will be bringing it to Aintree too.' Joshua has been named as the honorary 35th runner in the world-famous steeplechase, which takes place at 4pm on Saturday. The role was created for neuroblastoma campaigner Bradley Lowery in 2017, three months before his death, and has since been used to highlight youngsters and the work of Alder Hey Children's Hospital and charity. Joshua is being treated for his condition at Alder Hey and was at the Liverpool hospital on Friday to meet 2012 Grand National-winning horse Neptune Collonges and jockeys on their annual visit. Mr Duckworth added: 'It's a huge honour for Josh to be this year's 35th runner in a race like the Randox Grand National. The opportunities Aintree have given to Josh and us as a family have been amazing. 'He had a great time meeting Josh and Oliver at their yard and loved seeing the horses up close. We'll have everything crossed that Iroko can win the Grand National but it'll be a day we'll never forget whatever the result.'
