Galway jockey Paul Kavanagh (20) was killled in a road collision in Limerick on Christmas Eve. Photo: rip.ieMembers of the racing community and beyond have paid tribute following the tragic passing of Galway jockey Paul Kavanagh on Christmas Eve. Mr Kavanagh had been part of Enda Bolger’s yard in Limerick for the past two years, having also rode for trainer David Loughnane in the UK. Paying tribute to Mr Kavanagh on social media, Mr Loughnane expressed his shock and sadness at the young jockey’s untimely passing. “May you all find strength in the coming days [and] months ahead.”Funeral details for Mr Kavanagh are yet to be announced.

Source: Irish Independent December 30, 2025 07:40 UTC