The parents of 13-year-old Jack de Bromhead, who died following a horseracing accident, have paid tribute to their "extraordinary and beautiful" son.
In an online post, leading horse trainer Henry de Bromhead and his wife Heather described Jack as a "perfect, funny, loving son". His death has caused widespread shock among the Irish racing community.
The teenager died in a horse racing accident in Country Kerry, Ireland, on Saturday. He had been taking part in Glenbeigh horse and pony race at Rossbeigh beach. The racing event was immediately cancelled following the incident. It is understood the young jockey fell from his horse.
