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USA Today
11-08-2025
- Sport
- USA Today
37-year-old horse rider dies after falling during event
A horse rider in the United Kingdom died last week after she fell off her horse during an event. According to a statement from British Eventing, England's governing body for horse trials, 37-year-old Sarah Yorke died on Friday, Aug. 8, after falling off her horse while competing at the Aston-le-Walls Horse Trials in Northamptonshire. Northamptonshire is located some 70 miles northwest of London. Officials said in the statement that medical personnel immediately rushed to help Yorke after her fall, but she ultimately died from her injuries. The chief executive of British Eventing, Rosie Williams, gave her condolences in the same statement. STATEMENT - Aston-le-Walls Horse Trials It is with the deepest sadness that we confirm Sarah Yorke (GBR), 37, suffered... "On behalf of everyone at British Eventing, I would like to express our deepest condolences to Sarah's family and friends," she said. "The thoughts of the entire eventing community are with (Ms Yorke's family) at this incredibly difficult time." Yorke's horse, MGH HERA, was assessed following the fall and was found to be uninjured, officials said. Fernando Cervantes Jr. is a trending news reporter for USA TODAY. Reach him at and follow him on X @fern_cerv_.
Irish Daily Mirror
10-08-2025
- Sport
- Irish Daily Mirror
British horseriding star, 37, dies after being thrown from horse during event
The British equestrian community is grieving the death of a rider who perished after tumbling from her horse during competition. Sarah Yorke, 37, was taking part in the Aston-le-Walls Horse Trials in Northamptonshire on Friday when the tragic incident occurred. "Medical professionals attended immediately following her fall at fence three; however, tragically, she could not be saved," a statement from British Eventing said. "Her horse, MGH HERA, was assessed by the on-site vets, walked back to the stable, and is uninjured." British Eventing chiefs called off the rest of the competition on Saturday, which had dressage, cross-country, and show jumping phases. Yorke, who won last time out, was riding in the BE100 class for the first time on her seven-year-old mount. Rosie Williams, Chief Executive of British Eventing, 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." The sport's governing body confirmed a full review would take place and said the BE Support Trust helpline was available. "The British Eventing Support Trust extends our heartfelt condolences to Sarah Yorke's family and friends alongside all who were involved in and affected by yesterday's tragedy," a further statement added. "The British Eventing Support Trust, working together with Sporting Chance, is offering help and support to anyone who wants it or is seeking it during this difficult time. "Please call 07780 008877 any time of the day or night and you will be connected with a mental health professional who will ensure you are connected to the most appropriate support." (Image: X)
Sky News
10-08-2025
- Sport
- Sky News
Horse rider dies after falling at fence during major eventing competition
A horse rider has died after falling at a fence during a major eventing competition in Northamptonshire. Sarah Yorke could not be saved by medical professionals after the accident at the third fence at the Aston-le-Walls Horse Trials on Friday, British Eventing. All competition due to take place yesterday was abandoned. The 37-year-old's horse, MGH HERA, was uninjured after being assessed by the on-site vets and walked back to the stable. Eventing is a where the same horse and rider combination compete against other competitors across the three disciplines of dressage, cross-country, and show jumping. British Eventing described the death of Ms Yorke 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."
Express Tribune
09-08-2025
- Sport
- Express Tribune
British equestrian-rider Sarah Yorke, 37, dies following a tragic fall at an eventing trial
Tragedy struck at the Aston-le-Walls Horse Trials in Northamptonshire on, when British rider Sarah Yorke, 37, tragically passed away following a fall during a competition. Yorke, a primary school teacher and mother to a seven-year-old daughter, fell at the third fence in the showjumping phase of the event, a discipline that is part of the three-stage equestrian sport of eventing, which also includes cross-country and dressage. Medical professionals attended to Yorke immediately after the fall, but, despite their best efforts, she could not be saved. Her horse, MGH HERA, was examined by on-site vets and was found to be uninjured. The mare was safely walked back to the stables following the incident. Yorke was competing at the BE100 level, a division designed for grassroots riders and horses to gain experience. It was their first competition together at this level. Recently, Yorke had celebrated a victory with MGH HERA at the BE90 class at Swalcliffe Park in Oxfordshire just a month prior. The three-day event at Aston-le-Walls, which was set to conclude the following day, was canceled after the fatal accident. However, the equestrian center confirmed that an unrelated event would continue as scheduled. British Eventing (BE) expressed its profound sorrow over Yorke's passing, with Chief Executive Rosie Williams offering condolences to her family and friends. "The thoughts of the entire eventing community are with them at this incredibly difficult time," Williams said. The organization also confirmed that a full investigation into the incident would be conducted in accordance with their protocols. Tributes from the eventing community have flooded in for Yorke, praising her vibrant personality and talent. British Eventing also emphasized the importance of supporting one another through this challenging moment for the community. Further details on the incident have not been disclosed to respect the family's privacy.
Daily Mirror
09-08-2025
- Sport
- Daily Mirror
British riding star, 37, dies after horror fall during equestrian event
Sarah Yorke was competing her horse MGH HERA when she fell at the third fence on the course at the Aston-le-Walls. British Eventing chiefs abandoned the rest of the competition on Saturday The British equestrian community is mourning the loss of a rider who died after falling from her horse at an event. Sarah Yorke, 37, was competing at Aston-le-Walls Horse Trials in Northamptonshire on Friday when the accident happened. "Medical professionals attended immediately following her fall at fence three; however, tragically, she could not be saved," a statement from British Eventing said. "Her horse, MGH HERA, was assessed by the on-site vets, walked back to the stable, and is uninjured." British Eventing chiefs called off the rest of the competition on Saturday, which had dressage, cross-country, and show jumping phases. Yorke, who won last time out, was riding in the BE100 class for the first time on her seven-year-old mount. Rosie Williams, Chief Executive of British Eventing, 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." The sport's governing body confirmed a full review would take place and said the BE Support Trust helpline was available. "The British Eventing Support Trust extends our heartfelt condolences to Sarah Yorke's family and friends alongside all who were involved in and affected by yesterday's tragedy," a further statement added. "The British Eventing Support Trust, working together with Sporting Chance, is offering help and support to anyone who wants it or is seeking it during this difficult time. "Please call 07780 008877 any time of the day or night and you will be connected with a mental health professional who will ensure you are connected to the most appropriate support."
