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Tragic Loss: Jockey Stefano Cherchi's Untimely Death Shakes Racing World

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Racing world mourns the loss of talented jockey Stefano Cherchi after a tragic fall in Australia. Learn more about the heartbreaking incident and the impact on the racing community.

The racing world is reeling from the devastating news of the untimely death of 23-year-old jockey, Stefano Cherchi. The Italian-born rider, known for his skill and passion, tragically passed away after sustaining fatal injuries in a fall at Canberra racetrack. With over 100 wins in the UK, Cherchi had established himself as a rising star in the competitive world of horse racing. His sudden departure has left a profound void in the hearts of racing enthusiasts worldwide.

Cherchi's harrowing journey began on March 20 when he suffered head and internal injuries in a race fall, leading to his hospitalization in an induced coma at Canberra Hospital. Despite the best efforts of medical professionals, the young jockey succumbed to his injuries two weeks later, surrounded by his grieving family and loved ones. The NSW Jockeys' Association, along with the entire racing community, mourns the loss of a promising talent gone too soon.

In the wake of Cherchi's tragic passing, tributes have poured in from all corners, honoring his sportsmanship, talent, and gentle nature. Fondly remembered as a

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Jockey Stefano Cherchi, 23, dies after fall at Canberra racetrack last ... (The Guardian)

Stefano Cherchi, who rode more than 100 winners in the United Kingdom, has died after being injured in a fall in Australia last month.

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Jockey dies two weeks after fall in Canberra race (The Sydney Morning Herald)

Stefano Cherchi, 23, had been in an induced coma in the intensive care unit at Canberra Hospital since the fall on March 20.

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Italian-born jockey Stefano Cherchi had died, two weeks after suffering head and internal injuries in a race fall at Canberra. The NSW Jockeys' Association.

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Racing Rocked By The Death Of Stefano Cherchi After Fall In Australia (Thoroughbred Daily News)

Racing has been rocked by the news that jockey Stefano Cherchi, 23, has died from the injuries sustained in a fall at Canberra, Australia, two weeks ago.

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Stefano Cherchi: Italian jockey dies aged 23 after horse racing fall in ... (Sky Sports)

Stefano Cherchi died in Canberra following a fall on Robert Quinns Hasime; Cherchi rode 106 winners in the UK, with most of them coming for trainer Marco ...

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Jockey Stefano Cherchi dies of Canberra race fall injuries (The New Daily)

Italian jockey Stefano Cherchi, who rode more than 100 winners in the UK, has died as the result of injuries sustained in a fall in Canberra.

Vale Stefano Cherchi (Racing.com)

A post on X from the New South Wales Jockeys Association read: "With deep sadness, the Cherchi family have announced their beloved son Stefano passed away ...

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Jockey Stefano Cherchi dies after fall in Canberra (7NEWS.com.au)

He died 'peacefully' after his parents and girlfriend flew to Australia to be by his side.

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Jockey Stefano Cherchi, 23, dies from injuries after fall from horse (Sky News)

Tributes have been paid to the Italian jockey, who has been called a "nice guy", a "gifted rider" and an "absolute gentleman", and who had enjoyed recent ...

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Jockey dead at 23 after tragic Aussie racing incident (Fox Sports)

Visiting Italian jockey Stefano Cherchi has died from injuries suffered in a Canberra race fall late last month. Cherchi, 23, was placed into an induced ...

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Racing world mourns after the death of Italian jockey Stefano ... (ABC News)

The horse racing world mourns after Stefano Cherchi, 23, dies two weeks after suffering head injuries in a fall in Canberra.

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Jockey dies two weeks after fall in Canberra race (WAtoday)

Stefano Cherchi, 23, had been in an induced coma in the intensive care unit at Canberra Hospital since the fall on March 20.

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Jockey dies two weeks after fall in Canberra race (WAtoday)

Stefano Cherchi, 23, had been in an induced coma in the intensive care unit at Canberra Hospital since the fall on March 20.

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Top international jockey dies after Canberra fall (Wide World of Sports)

T๏ปฟop international jockey Stefano Cherchi has died two weeks after a race fall at a Canberra meeting.

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Jockey Stefano Cherchi dies two weeks after Canberra horse race ... (The RiotACT)

Italian jockey Stefano Cherchi has died as a result of injuries sustained in a fall during a recent Canberra horseโ€ฆ

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