Tommie Jakes, 19, was a talented jockey with an impressive record of 59 wins from 519 races since 2023, but tragically died at his home near Newmarket on Thursday View 2 Images Tommie Jakes has died at the age of 19 (Image: PA)

The racing community has been left devastated after the heartbreaking loss of promising 19-year-old apprentice jockey Tommie Jakes. ‌

A joint statement issued on Thursday afternoon by The Injured Jockeys' Fund and Professional Jockeys Association conveyed their grief at the tragedy. ‌

The organisations announced: "It is with deep sadness that we report the death of licenced apprentice jockey Tommie Jakes, 19, who tragically died at home this morning near Newmarket. Tommie was a much-loved son and brother, and a popular member of George Boughey's r

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