Jockey Tommie Jakes,19, dies at home just hours after final ride as racing world mourns young star
The horse racing community mourns jockey Tommie Jakes, 19, found dead at home. Jakes was a rising star, riding for top trainer George Boughey. He achieved his first win at 16. His sudden passing has sent shockwaves through the sport. Tributes pour in from jockeys and trainers. Police confirmed the death is not suspicious. A coroner's inquiry is underway.
The horse racing community mourns jockey Tommie Jakes, 19, found dead at home. Jakes was a rising star, riding for top trainer George Boughey. He achieved his first win at 16. His sudden passing has sent shockwaves through the sport. Tributes pour in from jockeys and trainers. Police confirmed the death is not suspicious. A coroner's inquiry is underway.
