Jockey, 21, tragically dies days after falling off her horse mid-race

A 21-year-old jockey has tragically died days after falling off her horse mid-race.

Eszter Jeles suffered the accident that went on to claim her life on September 5, The Sun reports, as she represented her country Hungary at a horse race in Turkey.

After suffering head injuries when she fell off her mount Toms, the young jockey was taken to hospital and underwent an operation a day later.

However, around two weeks after the devastating accident, her death was announced.

A Turkey Jockey Club statement read: "Hungarian lady rider Eszter Jeles fell from the horse named Toms in Fegentri World Championship Race for Lady Riders on Sunday, September 5, at the Veliefendi Racecourse in Istanbul.

"Following the accident, she was immediately taken to hospital for treatment.

"Following her health checks, she underwent an operation on Monday, September 6 and her treatment continued.

"We are deeply sorry to learn that Eszter Jeles lost her 13-day struggle to survive and lost her life despite all efforts of the medical teams since the first day.

"We would like to extend our deepest condolences to Jeles family and her loved ones.

"May God rest her soul in peace."

The Hungarian Jockey club also released a statement that read: "We announce with deep pain and a shaky heart that Eszter Jeles is dead.

"Her body was unable to overcome the injury caused by the accident two weeks ago.

"Esti was a hero, giving her life for horse racing. We lock your memory in our hearts forever."

Andrea, the 21-year-old's mother told a crowd at a memorial: "It is very difficult to describe the emotions we experience.

"Eszter specifically chose Turkey for horse riding. Years ago, in a post she made on her social media account, she said, 'If I die one day because of my passion for speed, don't be sad because I will be laughing at that time.'"

"We are grateful to everyone who took care of us, especially the Jockey Club of Turkey, and we will never forget your support."

Prior to the devasting accident, Jeles had been performing well in the Longines-sponsored World Championship series, winning a race earlier in the card, and appeared to be traveling well in the second.

The accident took place when the horse in front of Jeles' fell, which is what caused her to be brought down.

Our thoughts are with her family, friends, and supporters at this time.

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