Celebre D'Allen official cause of death announced after tragic Grand National incident

Celebre D’Allen Post-Mortem Published by British Horseracing Authority Following Grand National Tragedy

The British Horseracing Authority (BHA) has released the post-mortem examination results for Celebre D’Allen after the gelding’s death. The 13-year-old racehorse collapsed after clearing the final jump of the Grand National race. Jockey Micheal Nolan received a suspension in connection with his riding performance during the event.

Initial Recovery and Subsequent Deterioration

Following the incident at Aintree Racecourse, the veterinary team provided immediate treatment to Celebre D’Allen. Initially, the horse appeared to recover rapidly before returning to the stables of trainers Philip Hobbs and Johnson White. However, his condition worsened considerably, leading to his death being announced on Monday.

Post-Mortem Findings

Rossdales Veterinary Surgeons conducted a comprehensive post-mortem on Celebre D’Allen, with the trainers and owners granting permission for the BHA to disclose the conclusions. The examination revealed that the exercise-associated episode experienced by the gelding following the Grand National had resolved by the time of his death.

According to the statement released, a severe bacterial respiratory infection, specifically pleuropneumonia, developed post-race. This infection contributed to the horse’s declining health on Monday evening, likely triggering sepsis or endotoxaemia. Endotoxaemia involves the release of harmful bacterial substances into the bloodstream and is considered a significant factor in determining the cause of death.

Infection Developed Post-Race

Blood analysis conducted on race day indicated no presence of infection in the horse at that time, confirming that the infection developed after the race. Further blood tests conducted on Monday revealed a severely weakened immune system, conditions absent in the race day samples. These findings suggest that the compromised immune system and subsequent infection emerged after the race event and the initial exercise-associated episode. Pathological examination of the heart did not identify any abnormalities that could have contributed to Celebre D’Allen’s death.

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Grand National Safety Review

The BHA report reiterated that, consistent with protocols for all equine fatalities, a detailed review of this incident will be undertaken. The Grand National undergoes annual scrutiny by the BHA and the Jockey Club to continuously evaluate and implement potential enhancements aimed at strengthening horse welfare.

Update on Broadway Boy

In a separate incident during the same Grand National event, Broadway Boy received veterinary attention at Aintree after a significant fall at the 13th fence. Broadway Boy remained under observation at Aintree overnight and has since fully recuperated, returning to the yard of trainer Nigel Twiston-Davies. Jockey Tom Bellamy sustained a broken wrist as a result of the fall.