‘Super talented’ Willie Mullins horse sadly dies at Leopardstown in tough Christmas period for legendary trainer

WILLIE MULLINS’ ‘super talented’ racehorse It’s For Me has sadly died after suffering a fatal injury at Leopardstown.

The news of the six-year-old gelding’s passing was confirmed by owner Simon Munir.

It’s For Me had been sent off 11-8 favourite for the beginners chase at the Irish track.

But he was pulled up after the second fence after going into the lead under jockey Daryl Jacob.

A post on X from Munir read: “Sadly It’s For Me suffered a fatal injury this afternoon at Leopardstown, he was a super talented horse and will be sorely missed by everyone!”

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