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Richard Deegan onboard Nurburgring (Image: \u00a9INPHO\/Laszlo Geczo)<\/p>\nThe owners released a statement following the fatal fall on St Stephen’s DayRichard Deegan onboard Nurburgring (Image: \u00a9INPHO\/Laszlo Geczo)<\/p>\n
Nurburgring sadly suffered a fatal fall at Leopardstown on St Stephen’s Day when running in the Grade 1 Racing Post Novice Chase.<\/p>\n
The 2024 Galway Hurdle winner amassed just under \u20ac200,000 in prize money during his career, winning five times under rules for trainer Joseph O’Brien<\/a>. The five-year-old came down at the sixth fence in Friday’s 2m1f contest, which was won by Romeo Coolio, with jockey Richie Deegan taking a bad fall.<\/p>\n A dual-purpose horse, the five-year-old came close to winning at Royal Ascot<\/a> in the summer when beaten only a neck by the Henry de Bromhead-trained<\/a> Ascending. His last win came in a novice chase at Killarney the following month.<\/p>\n Nurburgring’s owners told of their heartbreak following the incident as they wished Deegan a full and speedy recovery.<\/p>\n A post from Bronsan Racing on Instagram reads: “It is with a heavy heart that Bronsan Racing today say farewell to our beloved Nurburgring.<\/p>\n “The \u2018Ring gave our family unforgettable memories – from his superb victory in the Galway Hurdle last year, to the privilege of seeing him compete at Royal Ascot, and most recently his win at Killarney.<\/p>\n “He was a horse of rare courage and character, and it was an honour to have him carry our green and white colours. He will be very sadly missed by his groom Carlos and the Joseph O\u2019 Brien team who cared so well for him.<\/p>\n “Our thoughts however, are with jockey Richie Deegan, whom we wish a full and speedy recovery.<\/p>\n “Sincere, thanks to all who continue to support Bronsan Racing, it is always greatly appreciated. Onward.”<\/p>\n