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Equestrians plan two minute silence to honour Sarah Yorke, who died at Northamptonshire event
Equestrian events across the country will hold a two-minute silence in memory of a horse rider who died at a competition in Northamptonshire.
Sarah Yorke, 37, died during the Aston-le-Wells Horse Trials on Friday 18 August.
It's believed the teacher, from Powys in Wales, fell at the third fence.
The sport's governing body, British Eventing, said Ms Yorke's death had "brought great sorrow to all who had the privilege of knowing her".
Ms Yorke's horse, Hera, was checked by a vet and determined to be unharmed.
A spokesperson for British Eventing said in a statement: "The tragic loss has brought great sorrow to all who had the privilege of knowing her, and our heartfelt thoughts remain with her family and friends at this incredibly difficult time.
"As a community, we will take a moment this weekend to stand together in quiet reflection for Sarah.
"We ask members and supporters, whether attending an event or at home, to join us at 12pm on Saturday 16 August in pausing for two minutes to remember her life and send thoughts and prayers to her family and friends."
Ms Yorke worked at Norbury and Stiperstones Primary School in Shropshire, and after her death was announced, the council issued a statement that read: "Sarah was an inspirational teacher who was always full of energy and life.
"She shared her love of learning, and in particular sport, with every child and over many years she had such a positive impact on many children and adults alike.
"She was always passionate about encouraging children to be the best that they could be in everything that they did but would also make time throughout each day to ensure that children had the opportunity for fun, play and laughter."
