SportHorse racingShane McGovern, who had to have his legs amputated after the terrible accident in April, had been transferred to palliative care and passed away surrounded by his family09:37, 23 May 2026A veteran jockey who had both his legs amputated following a terrible accident at his stables has died a month after the incident. Shane McGovern, 67, was riding trackwork when his horse, Reformist, reportedly collapsed and died, trapping him underneath.‌McGovern's wife, Kim, discovered him after six hours and he was swiftly taken to hospital from his base in Charters Towers, North Queensland, Australia.‌The incident on April 8 cut off the blood supply to the rider's legs, and doctors found he had also dislocated his shoulder and broken several ribs. In “a devastating update” the Australian Jockeys Association revealed McGovern, had both his legs amputated.‌READ MORE: Lilly Pinchin’s ADHD documentary wins award at international film festivalREAD MORE: Royal Ascot’s headline international runner ready to ‘take on the world stage’“We are sending all our prayers and love to you Shane and your family. Keep fighting Shane."Reformist, a nine-year-old horse, was reported to have collapsed after suffering an aneurysm during routine exercise.A GoFundMe established for McGovern had raised nearly £43,000 to help towards the costs of his rehabilitation.‌However on Thursday the Australian Jockeys Association announced that McGovern had been transferred to the palliative care unit “due on Thursday due to ongoing issues. He has his family by his side now as he continues with this horrendous battle.”On Saturday the AJA released the tragic news that McGovern had passed away.‌“We are devastated to announce that after a hard fought battle QLD jockey Shane McGovern passed away this morning. Our hearts go out to family and friends and may Shane now rest in peace,” the post said.Jockeys riding at meetings around Queensland wore black armbands to honour McGovern who rode more than 300 winners in his career.Content cannot be displayed without consentArticle continues below"First and foremost, our sincerest condolences are extended to Kim and the McGovern family. On behalf of Racing Queensland and the Board, our thoughts are with them at this tragic time," RQ Acting CEO Lachlan Murray said."Shane was a natural horseman, dedicating his entire life to the thoroughbred industry, and has been an invaluable supporter of racing in the north and north west of the state."He was universally loved and admired amongst those who had the pleasure of knowing Shane, and his unwavering commitment to the industry – particularly in the regional areas of the state – was integral over a number of years."Choose Daily Mirror as a 'Preferred Source' on Google News for quick access to the news you value.‌HospitalsFitnessHorses