David Maxwell taken to hospital following Wetherby fall
Amateur undergoing checks after being knocked unconscious.
Amateur rider David Maxwell was taken to hospital for further assessment after being knocked unconscious in a heavy fall at Wetherby.
Maxwell was partnering the Philip Hobbs-trained Zizaneur, who he also owns, in the 100% Racing TV Profits Back To Racing Handicap Chase when he was unseated three fences from the finish.
Soon after hitting the ground, Maxwell appeared to receive a kick from another horse and Wetherby’s clerk of the course Jonjo Sanderson confirmed he had been knocked out.
Sanderson said: “David has been taken straight to the LGI (Leeds General Infirmary).”
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