Following the tragic death of jockey Dean Holland on Monday, Racing Victoria and the Victorian Jockeys Association have confirmed that Victoria’s ANZAC Day meetings at Flemington and Moe will not proceed. Holland passed away after a race fall at Donald on Monday, prompting RV to reschedule Tuesday’s scheduled meetings out of respect for his family.
In a statement released to the media, Racing Victoria stated that “RV, following consultation with the VJA, has determined that tomorrow’s ANZAC Day race meetings at Flemington and Moe will not proceed as programmed out of respect to Dean and the Holland family.” The statement also promised a further update on the reprogramming of any races in due course.
RV and the VJA are working together to support the Holland family, the racing community, and industry employees with counseling and support. Members of the racing industry are encouraged to use the free, confidential counseling service STABLELINE on 1300 530 122 if they need support during this tragic time.
