Tributes have been flooding in for the "remarkable" rider Georgie Campbell, who tragically passed away following an incident at a Devon equestrian event. Georgie was attended to by medical professionals immediately after a fall at a fence but, sadly, could not be saved. The 36-year-old competed on her horse Global Quest at the CC14*-S event in Devon.
The accident occurred at a log into the water at fence 5b, known as the Symonds and Sampson splash. Georgie had initially made her mark as a top-level showing rider before transitioning to eventing. She proudly represented Great Britain on numerous occasions in Nations Cup teams and participated in several five-star events, which represent the pinnacle of eventing.
Read more: In December 2020, she married fellow equestrian Jesse Campbell, who competed for New Zealand at the Tokyo Olympics in 2021, reports the Mirror . The equestrian community and fans took to her Instagram page to express their grief and extend their sympathies following the heartbreaking news. One comment read: "Rip Georgie you were an incredible woman and rider my love Xx my thoughts are with your family and friends," while another shared: "RIP Georgie, an amazing woman and an inspiration to us all.
" Another post expressed: "RIP Georgie, a remarkable rider with so much passion for the sport. She will be missed," and one more added to the outpouring of emotion: "RIP Georgie, taken far too soon doing something you love. My thoughts are with your family and friend.
