British jockey Felix De Giles, 36, suffered catastrophic injuries during a hurdle race at Auteuil in France. He broke both legs and an arm, fractured his femur, and dislocated his hip when his horse, Sunny Swing, took an extra stride and flipped at the fourth obstacle. De Giles was conscious throughout the incident and immediately understood the severity of his injuries. He was taken to Georges Pompidou Hospital in Paris for repairs, including surgery on his arm, legs, and hip. De Giles, who was leading the French Championship for the second time, faces a lengthy rehabilitation period and will have to remain lying down for three weeks due to his hip injury, endi... download the app to read more
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