Pat Smullen
Irish jockey and multiple Derby winner
Born
May 22nd, 1977
48 years ago
Died
2020
5 years ago — 43 years old
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Ireland
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Achieved significant success as a flat racing jockey in Ireland and the UK. Accumulated numerous wins at prestigious events including the Irish Derby and the British Champions Series. Notable for victories aboard horses such as Sea the Stars and Dermot Weld-trained horses. Retired in 2020 after being diagnosed with pancreatic cancer, leaving a legacy in the racing community.
Won multiple Irish Classics including the Irish Derby
Secured the 2007 Derby title at Epsom aboard Authorized
Achieved over 1,800 career wins
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