One of the leading jockeys of the Flat season has been urgently taken to the hospital following a neck injury sustained in a motorcycle accident.
Clifford Lee, a 29-year-old stable jockey for Karl Burke, has had a remarkable season, achieving 94 wins, including his first Group 1 victory aboard Venetian Sun in the Prix Morny. Despite his recent suspension, Lee had been on a winning streak and was close to reaching 100 wins before the incident occurred during his holiday.
Burke revealed that Lee had a fall while holidaying in Scotland, riding a cross-country motorbike at a low speed when the accident happened. Lee, originally from south-east London with no racing background, has excelled since joining Burke in Yorkshire, becoming a prominent jockey in the UK.
Known for his exceptional pace judgment, Lee showcased his skills with consecutive wins in the competitive Cambridgeshire races aboard Boiling Point and Liberty Lane. Messages of support have poured in for Lee as he receives treatment in a hospital in Edinburgh.
Supporters have expressed their well-wishes for Lee’s recovery, acknowledging his outstanding performance this season and predicting a bright future for the talented jockey.
