Lots of reports now seem to confirm that Campbell gillies, jockey of brindisi breeze among others, has died while on holiday. Horrible news. thoughts go out to anyone connected.
just been confirmed on the Racing Post website. very sad news. it is only last month since his Cheltenham festival winner, Brindisi Breeze died in a tragic accident too. one of the most promising jump jockeys as well.
The young rider enjoyed arguably his finest moment in the saddle when partnering Brindisi Breeze to victory in the Albert Bartlett Novices' Hurdle at the Festival last March. Gillies, who was also associated with the Willie Amos-trained Lie Forrit, primarily rode for Perth handler Lucinda Russell after joining her team in 2007. Gillies' agent Paul Brierley said: "At the present time, all I can say is there has been an accident." Fellow jockey Zander Voy tweeted: "I can't believe it. You only have 1 best friend and now he's gone. I'll never forget you @campbellgillies, love you pal. xxx."
Absolutely devastating news, condolences to his family and friends. I'll never forget his Cheltenham victory on Brindisi Breeze and the genuine affection and joy shown by his follow jockeys when congratulating him in the immediate aftermath of the race (particularly from the Northern lads). A truly talented horseman who would no doubt have gone on to mix it with the best of them. RIP Campbell
I can't believe that the rider of Brindisi Breeze has also passed away. Just seems so sad. That was his launch pad. At least he'll be remembered for a hell of a ride at Cheltenham.
Such sad, sad news...Im shocked... Our thoughts go out to all his family... Tragic loss... A real crying shame... R.I.P.
Goodness me, just read this at work. Devastating. Sending thoughts and prayers to his family and friends. Speechless. R.I.P
What a shocker, survives in a dangerous profession then dies in a pool accident while on holiday with his family.
R.I.P CAMPBELL GILLIES very sad news, he had such promise. thoughts and prayers are with his family and friends
