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Daily Mirror
4 days ago
- Sport
- Daily Mirror
Jockey Tyler Conner update after 'extremely scary' fall led to racing being abandoned
The rider of more than 1,000 winners in America was injured in a fall at Colonial Downs on Thursday. Conner's wife Lucy has put several posts on X to update racing fans on his condition Jockey Tyler Conner is working to regain his movement in hospital after he suffered a serious fall on the racecourse. The incident happened at Colonial Downs on Thursday and led to the abandonment of the meeting. Medics rushed to help 31-year-old Conner after his horse Stanza clipped the heels of first-place finisher Montador. Conner was airlifted to the VCU Trauma Center in Richmond for further assessment and scans confirmed the nature of his injuries. His wife Lucy thanked wellwishers for sending messages during the challenging time. She wrote on X: "Thank you to everyone that has reached out. One thing is for sure , @tyler_conner519 is very much loved. Right now he has a Jefferson fracture of C1, and a central cord injury. The doctor is optimistic that the swelling around his spinal cord will come down." She later added: "@tyler_conner519 is trying his ass off to get his movement back . He did some walking with assistance today and is getting the use of both arms back slowly. Like everything else he does he is all-in and trying so incredibly hard." Stanza, a three-year-old gelding trained by Elizabeth Merryman, was reported to be unscathed in the stable area after the Maiden Special Weight contest over five-and-a-half furlongs. In-race comments said Montador had veered towards the outer entering the final furlong with Francisco Arrieta riding, which led to the fall. The horse was disqualified and placed last, with 9-5 favourite Cheval De Guerre promoted by the officials. Bosses at the racecourse in Virginia chose to call off the remainder of the card and they said in a statement: "In support of the jockey colony at Colonial Downs, we will be canceling the remainder of the race card today. Our thoughts are with Conner and his team." Conner's agent Paula Bacon told BloodHorse that Conner had "regained his feeling everywhere" and was "in very good spirits" when she spoke to him. FanDuel TV presenter Gabby Gaudet gave their viewers the latest update: "He was unseated and taken to the local hospital. What turned from an extremely scary incident, it seems there is some positive news now." A GoFundMe page set up by Hilary Pridham has raised more than $40,825 USD to assist the rider during his rehabilitation. "Please let's all rally round to support him during this time, and hope he is able to get back to doing what he loves," she said. Conner has been licensed since 2014 and he celebrated his 1,000th career victory three years ago.
Yahoo
6 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Gabby Gaudet Named Keeneland's Director Of Communications
Gabby Gaudet Named Keeneland's Director Of Communications originally appeared on Paulick Report. Keeneland has announced the appointment of Gabby Gaudet as its Director of Communications. A respected voice in Thoroughbred racing with more than a decade of national media experience, Gaudet will oversee Keeneland's strategic communications efforts. In this role, she will serve as a key spokesperson and guide the organization's messaging and earned media strategy across multiple joins Keeneland from FanDuel TV, where she has been a lead racing analyst and reporter since 2019, covering premier events such as the Triple Crown and the Breeders' Cup World Championships. Her international assignments have included racing coverage from Hong Kong, Canada and Royal Ascot in England. In her new role, Gaudet will spearhead Keeneland's comprehensive communications strategy, ensuring alignment with racing, sales and brand initiatives in support of the organization's mission. Drawing on her journalistic background, on-air experience and deep industry knowledge, she will shape how Keeneland connects with fans, media and the broader racing community. From media engagement to brand storytelling, Gaudet will play a key role in advancing Keeneland's mission and elevating its presence across platforms.'I'm incredibly proud and excited to begin this next chapter of my career at Keeneland – a place I deeply believe in,' Gaudet said. 'This role presents an opportunity to think both creatively and strategically as we continue to share Keeneland's story with intention and impact. I'm so grateful to my FanDuel TV family for the experiences and growth I've had there – they helped shape me as a broadcaster and storyteller, preparing me well for this next chapter. This was not an easy decision, but what ultimately guided me was the chance to be more present with my family while continuing to do work I'm passionate about.' Gaudet has a long-standing relationship with Keeneland, having served in multiple capacities including Paddock Analyst, co-host of 'Today at Keeneland' and a U.S. sales representative. She also became the first female to announce at a public Thoroughbred auction at the Keeneland January Horses of All Ages Sale in 2020. Her deep familiarity with the organization, combined with her skills as a journalist, storyteller and communicator, uniquely position her to lead Keeneland's communications.'Gabby has been an important part of our team for several years, bringing energy, professionalism and a deep understanding of our sport to everything she does,' Keeneland President and CEO Shannon Arvin said. 'She's earned the respect of our staff, horsemen and fans alike, and we're excited to see her take on this leadership role and help shape how we share Keeneland's story with the world.''Gabby has been an integral part of the network for over six years, and she will be deeply missed by both her colleagues and the FanDuel TV audience,' said Becky Somerville, Senior Director of Production, FanDuel TV. 'Her unmatched enthusiasm, work ethic and professionalism have made her an invaluable asset to our programming. While we are sad to see her go, we're excited to continue working with her in her new role with our long-standing partners at Keeneland.' Gaudet will continue her on-air role as co-host of 'Today at Keeneland' alongside Scott Hazelton and will contribute to the enhancement of live coverage and content during Keeneland's Spring and Fall race meets.A 2013 graduate of Towson University with a degree in Mass Communication, Gaudet began her career with the Maryland Jockey Club before holding roles at Arlington Park, Gulfstream Park, NYRA and TVG (now FanDuel TV). In addition to her on-air roles, she worked as a writer for The Saratoga Special, further honing her skills in racing journalism and storytelling. She also serves on the board of the Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance and the advisory board of the Safety Net Foundation, which provides financial assistance to individuals in need within the racing resides in Louisville, Kentucky, with her husband, trainer Norm Casse, and their two sons. She hails from a prominent racing family – her parents, Linda and the late Eddie Gaudet, were respected trainers in the Mid-Atlantic region, and her sister, Lacey Gaudet, continues the family tradition as a her role at Keeneland, Gaudet will be supported by a seasoned communications team that includes Dara Allen, Senior Director of Marketing and Communications; Meredith Daugherty, Communications Manager; and Amy Owens, Communications Associate. This story was originally reported by Paulick Report on Jul 24, 2025, where it first appeared.
Yahoo
30-06-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Bucks Receive Good News Ahead of NBA Free Agency
Bucks Receive Good News Ahead of NBA Free Agency originally appeared on Athlon Sports. ESPN's Shams Charania reported on Sunday that Milwaukee Bucks big man Bobby Portis Jr. declined his $13.4 million player option. Following that decision, the Bucks confirmed that Portis will remain in Milwaukee after agreeing to a new deal. Ahead of the NBA free agency, the organization secured one of its core players. Advertisement According to Charania, Portis has agreed to sign a three-year, $44 million contract to stay with the Bucks. The new deal features a player option in the final year, which will be for the 2027-28 season. Portis is one of the most important players for the team's bench unit. Over the past three seasons, Portis has finished in the top three of the Sixth Man of the Year voting. Bobby Portis agreed to a new deal to stay with the Milwaukee Ruszkowski-Imagn Images Since the Bucks' elimination, he appeared as a guest on FanDuel TV's "Run It Back" multiple times. During one of his appearances, Portis talked about his love for the city of Milwaukee. "I would love to be in Milwaukee, I love it here. They call me 'The Mayor' here, right? So, it's kinda hard to leave a city where you're like you're the mayor," Portis said. Advertisement "It's gonna be up in the air with how they maneuver the roster, whatever they want to bring back... Not my decision to know if I want to come back to the Bucks or whether they want to resign me." The Bucks acquired Portis in 2020 and he instantly made an impact as a bench player, helping the team win the NBA title the same season. Since then, he's been one of the most important pieces that Milwaukee hasn't been willing to let go. During Portis' five seasons with the Bucks, he's averaged 13.6 points, 8.3 rebounds and 1.4 assists. Related: Bucks' Aggressive Stance on Trades Amid Giannis Antetokounmpo Rumors: Report This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on Jun 29, 2025, where it first appeared.
Daily Mirror
19-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
TV presenter shares grim injury after being kicked by horse at Royal Ascot
The 24-year-old presenter was kicked by the horse when it was startled by a passing truck and lashed out. She has now opened up about what injuries the painful incident left her with TV presenter Andie Biancone was left on crutches after being kicked by a horse in a freak accident at Royal Ascot this week. The rising star of US network FanDuelTV, 28, had travelled to the UK to lead her father's filly Lennilu in the prestigious Queen Mary Stakes. Sadly, those plans were derailed after a painful incident on the gallops. Biancone was walking Lennilu when another horse in their company was spooked by a passing truck. The startled horse lashed out and struck Biancone's foot, causing what doctors suspect is a soft tissue injury. She spoke about the terrifying moment to ITV Racing, sharing: "Lennilu and I were coming back from her canter yesterday (on Tuesday) and her company horse got spooked by a truck, kicked out, and unfortunately kicked my foot. "But Lenni was fine, she packed me twenty minutes home, I was sobbing, and she was just like, 'are you good, mum?'" The injury was serious enough that Biancone was unable to perform her duties as Lennilu's groom during the race. She has since returned to the US for further medical evaluation and will remain on crutches while recovering. Speaking to FanDuelTV, she added: "Lennilu was fine, but the pony was spooked, he bucked straight over his head and hit me in the foot. Team Lennilu is very grateful that I took the hit, took one for the team. It would be a shame to have a filly come all this way, be doing so well, and get kicked in the ribs. "So my ankle did suffer the worst of it, we got it looked at at Newmarket, they said no visible breaks, probably just soft tissue damage. I will probably get a second opinion in the United States but as of right now, we're crutching it." Despite the unfortunate turn of events, there was reason to celebrate as Lennilu put in a strong performance in the Queen Mary Stakes on Wednesday, finishing third behind Aidan O'Brien's True Love. Trainer Patrick Biancone was proud of the horse's performance, saying: "She is only a baby. I liked the fact she fought back at the end. We will go home and give her a break and then we'll see her in Del Mar for the Breeders' Cup." This comes after a horse called Harry's Girl tragically died on the second day of the races. The poor dame broke down just seconds into the Queen Mary Stakes. Ascot Racecourse put out a statement about the death, which read: "Unfortunately, Harry's Girl suffered a fatal injury during The Queen Mary Stakes. Our thoughts go out to all connections at this time." ITV Racing presenter Ed Chamberlain confirmed the sad news during the broadcaster's coverage of the meet shortly after the conclusion of the race, saying her sad passing 'cast a shadow' over True Love's triumph.
Daily Mail
19-06-2025
- Sport
- Daily Mail
Glamorous US television presenter left in TEARS after being kicked by a horse at Ascot - as she reveals extent of foot injury
A television presenter was left in tears with a foot injury after being brutally kicked by a horse at a British event. Andie Biancone, a rising star for US network FanDuelTV, was forced to miss her big moment as a groom for a horse. She had been chosen to lead up Lennilu - trained by her father Patrick Biancone - for The Queen Mary Stakes at Ascot but there was a painful accident on the gallops. Lennilu's company horse kicked out at her after being spooked by a truck and left her with a soft tissue injury. And so Biancone, 28, has been left on crutches and will need medical attention back in the United States. 'Lennilu and I were coming back from her canter yesterday (on Tuesday) and her company horse got spooked by a truck, kicked out, and unfortunately kicked my foot,' she told ITV Racing. Look who it is! We found @andie_biancone, who is unfortunately injured 😭 @ScottFDTV aka Lord Hazelton chats with Andie about Lennilu and every step of her journey. 🚗 — FanDuel Racing (@FanDuel_Racing) June 18, 2025 Television presenter Andie Biancone was left with in injured foot after being kicked at Ascot 'But Lenni was fine, she packed me. twenty minutes home, I was sobbing, and she was just like, "are you good, mum?"' She also told FanDuelTV: 'Lennilu was fine, but the pony was spooked, he bucked straight over his head and hit me in the foot. 'Team Lennilu is very grateful that I took the hit, took one for the team. It would be a shame to have a filly come all this way, be doing so well, and get kicked in the ribs. 'So my ankle did suffer the worst of it, we got it looked at at Newmarket, they said no visible breaks, probably just soft tissue damage. 'I will probably get a second opinion in the United States but as of right now, we're crutching it.' Lennilu went on to finish third in the Queen Mary Stakes on Wednesday, with Aiden O'Brien-trained True Love coming out on top. Father Biancone said: 'She is only a baby. I liked the fact she fought back at the end. We will go home and give her a break and then we'll see her in Del Mar for the Breeders' Cup.'
