Michael O’Sullivan was a professional Jockey and a graduate of University College Dublin, with a second-class honours degree, BAgrSc in Animal Science.
Michael O’Sullivan’s career began as an amateur when he was crowned the U21 champion point-to-point rider in 2019.
O’Sullivan joined the professional ranks and, after deciding to become a professional Jockey, he had a Cheltenham Festival to remember, riding a double on the first day of the Cheltenham Races.
He sadly passed away in Feb 2025.
Where Is Michael O’Sullivan From?
Michael O’Sullivan is from Mallow, Cork.
Michael O’Sullivan comes from a renowned pointing family, with his father William a former amateur rider, uncle Eugene, a Champion Handler, cousins Maxine, a Cheltenham Festival winner, and his younger brother Alan has also joined the riding ranks.
Michael O’Sullivan’s Big Race Wins
Michael O’Sullivan’s biggest wins in the saddle have been:
- Jazzy Matty for Gordon Elliott at the Cheltenham Festival
- Marine Nationale for Barry Connell at the Cheltenham Festival
Summary
A top jockey, and very sadly missed by the whole racing world.
