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On Tuesday night, Pat Smullen died in the hospital of pancreatic cancer at the age of 43. After the news of his death, many of the leading figures in racing have paid tribute to the nine-time Irish champion rider and the 12-time winner of the European classic.
British champion jockey Oisin Murphy expressed the positive impact Smullen had on Irish racing and sport in general.
God rest you. What it meant to those closest to you and the people of Ireland. Regardless of the rest of the world. A truly adequate statement. Thoughts with your family and friends. https://t.co/gVOqNr016f
– Oisín Murphy (@oismurphy) September 15, 2020
Neil Callan, Jessica Harrington, and Kevin Blake highlighted the kind of act Smullen was in and out of the chair.
I haven’t felt this sad in a long time! Sleep well my good friend. There are too many words to describe what a good man you are, you will never forget it. #Pat #Champion #Legend #inspiration pic.twitter.com/idAo3huEXx
– Neil Callan (@ neilcallan78) September 16, 2020
Rest in peace Pat, a true gentleman and inspiring person, sleep well. Thoughts and prayers with all the family and friends. pic.twitter.com/PUzeweZfu6
– Jessica Harrington (@Jessica_Racing) September 15, 2020
Knocked down for this. A world class rider, but the most important thing is a world class man. The selflessness and courage he displayed during his illness was remarkable and inspired many. I am so sorry for Frances, her children Hannah, Paddy, Sarah and all of her family / friends. RIP Pat. https://t.co/rZrqYKGb6F
– Kevin Blake (@ kevinblake2011) September 15, 2020
The President of Ireland expressed his condolences to the Smullen family.
President Higgins has expressed deep sadness at the untimely death of champion jockey Pat Smullen and said his remarkable performances at home and abroad brought joy to many.
The President conveys his sincere condolences to his family, wife and children.– President of Ireland (@PresidentIRL) September 15, 2020
Gordon Elliott paid tribute to Smullen’s talent and personality.
It is very sad to hear that Pats passed away. One of the best horsemen we have seen and, above all, a true gentleman that I was lucky to meet. Condolences to Frances, Hannah, Paddy, Sarah and their entire family. May he rest in peace pic.twitter.com/Zypol3kP55
– Gordon Elliott (@gelliott_racing) September 15, 2020
Truly heartbreaking news about Pat Smullen. He was a great rider and an even better man. My thoughts are with his family at this time.
– Jonjo O’Neill (@JonjoONeill) September 15, 2020
Former English footballer Michael Owen expressed his condolences, as did coach Peter Chapple-Hyam and jockey Andrea Atzeni.
RIP Pat. A true gentleman. https://t.co/EeDBHWiPj5
– michael owen (@themichaelowen) September 16, 2020
Heartbroken to hear the passing of Pat Smullen, he was a gentleman, we had fun together especially on Sundays in Hong Kong, Stanley for Laughing Day. My condolences to Frances and her family, I could not be as brave or as strong as Pat, see you friend
– Peter Chapple-Hyam (@ChappleHyam) September 16, 2020
RIP Champion https://t.co/4P2qvPkfUF
– Andrea Atzeni (@Atzenijockey) September 15, 2020
FIRST POST 9:16 AM, SEP 16 2020
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