Well-known jockey 34-year-old Dean Holland passed away during a race held on April 24, 2023, after falling from his horse. The race was held in Donald, Victoria, Australia, and the incident took place at around 1:30 pm. Holland was on his horse Headingley and fell while he was trying to reach the finishing point. Headingley came upon the track and eventually crashed into the barrier, following which the other horses also smashed the fence posts and landed io Holland.Claudia McDougall@cj_mcdougallLife is so cruel A poignant reminder of the risk jockeys take just going about their job.RIP Dean Holland1548Life is so cruel 💔 A poignant reminder of the risk jockeys take just going about their job.RIP Dean Holland https://t.co/j3iPccykzVFollowing the incident, paramedics attempted to revive him and although he was taken to a hospital, he was confirmed to have died on the spot. According to a police spokesperson, they are preparing a coroner's report after the incident on Monday.However, an investigation is being conducted to find other causes that might have led to the accident. The event was immediately discontinued after the incident. Another jockey named Alana Kelly also fell from her horse but did not suffer any major injuries.Dean Holland's successful career over the yearsDean Holland rode had 1080 wins throughout his career (Image via harrington_brad/Twitter)Dean Holland had around 1080 wins throughout his career, including a Group 1 victory in the Newmarket Handicap in March and the Australian Oaks in Adelaide. He has won multiple races including the Australian Cup, the VRC Oaks, and the Turnbull Stakes. Dean also saw international success as a jockey when he participated in races in countries like Singapore and Hong Kong. He began his apprenticeship with trainer Peter Moody in 2003 and the very next year, in 2004, Holland rode his first winner. Dean won many Group 2 and Group 3 races including the Blamey Stakes, the Sandown Classic, the Adelaide Cup, and the Queen Elizabeth Stakes. He was also a supporter of the Melbourne Football Club.Netizens express grief on Dean Holland's death on TwitterDean Holland gained recognition over the years as a jockey. All those who knew Holland all this time expressed grief on different social media platforms. Twitter was flooded with tributes when people heard about the jockey's death. While some called his death an "absolute tragedy," others expressed their sadness and sent their prayers to Dean's wife and his family. Nick Quinn@Quinny_1RIP Dean Holland An absolute tragedy On March 11, 2023 he won the Newmarket Handicap aboard In Secret and had a smile from ear to ear. He was one of the kindest and happiest people in the industry. Life is not fair.101472RIP Dean Holland An absolute tragedy On March 11, 2023 he won the Newmarket Handicap aboard In Secret and had a smile from ear to ear. He was one of the kindest and happiest people in the industry. Life is not fair. https://t.co/s5LBk3AhQSEden Richards@Eden_RichardsHard to believe this was just 6 weeks ago. RIP Dean Holland 993Hard to believe this was just 6 weeks ago. RIP Dean Holland 😢 https://t.co/RUCj7SkZPzBradley@canpuntThose who have bad mouthed a jockey over some losing bet just realise the people put their lives at risk every time they jump on a horse for other people trying to fill their pockets. They have loved ones who will miss them if they die doing their profession RIP Dean Holland 🥹1318Those who have bad mouthed a jockey over some losing bet just realise the people put their lives at risk every time they jump on a horse for other people trying to fill their pockets. They have loved ones who will miss them if they die doing their profession RIP Dean Holland 🥹Anthony Freedman Racing@FreedmanRacingVale Dean Holland Thoughts are with his wife, four young children and parents at this incredibly sad time. A talented rider who was a pleasure to work with, he did everything with a smile. You will be sorely missed by all Dean. RIP30510Vale Dean Holland Thoughts are with his wife, four young children and parents at this incredibly sad time. A talented rider who was a pleasure to work with, he did everything with a smile. You will be sorely missed by all Dean. RIP https://t.co/U8b1XhqzwfBennett Racing@RacingBennettRIP Dean Holland We send our thoughts and prayers to Dean’s family, friends and the entire racing community. Thanks for everything 🤍1592RIP Dean Holland 💔 We send our thoughts and prayers to Dean’s family, friends and the entire racing community. Thanks for everything 🤍 https://t.co/9upjD4PJbMVince Caligiuri@Vinnycenzo_71Dean Holland had the same big beautiful smile winning a maiden race or Group 1.Thoughts & Prayers to his young family and friends . RIP Dean 33623Dean Holland had the same big beautiful smile winning a maiden race or Group 1.Thoughts & Prayers to his young family and friends . RIP Dean 💔 https://t.co/P71poJinKYPeter Moody@moodyracingpgmVale Dean HollandThoughts and prayers to Lucy and his beautiful young family Way to soonRIP young man117834Vale Dean HollandThoughts and prayers to Lucy and his beautiful young family Way to soonRIP young manRichard Freedman@R1CHARDFREEDMANTomorrow we will honour our fallen soldiers, and sadly we will add one more of our own to that courageous list. RIP Dean Holland.75520Tomorrow we will honour our fallen soldiers, and sadly we will add one more of our own to that courageous list. RIP Dean Holland.The Meigans 🏇🏾@samandmishRIP Dean Holland. Nobody deserves to go to work and not come home. A tragic reminder of the dangers jockeys face everyday in their profession. Condolences to his family, friends and fellow hoops 🕊️ #DeanHolland381RIP Dean Holland. Nobody deserves to go to work and not come home. A tragic reminder of the dangers jockeys face everyday in their profession. Condolences to his family, friends and fellow hoops 🕊️ 💔 #DeanHolland https://t.co/1onTWedKw3Robbie Dolan@ZRKDDevestating day for the racing industy rip Dean Holland1861Devestating day for the racing industy rip Dean HollandAdam White@adamwhite72Vale Dean Holland 🕊️ As a proud South Australian this leaves me hollow.Condolences to his beautiful family, Darren and Belinda. Thoughts are with you.Taken far too soon. RIP Dean243Vale Dean Holland 🕊️ As a proud South Australian this leaves me hollow.Condolences to his beautiful family, Darren and Belinda. Thoughts are with you.Taken far too soon. RIP Dean https://t.co/SQvnSlxZbyRacehorse owner Tony Ottobre has launched a fundraising campaign to get financial help for Holland's family. He has already made a huge donation and has set a target of $500,000. Donations of around $100,000 have been made so far. On the fundraiser campaign page, he wrote that the company, Jenni Horses aims to raise funds for Dean Holland's wife, Lucy, and their four kids. Calling Holland an "exceptional young man," the post said that all the money will go to help Lucy raise her and Dean's four kids. Dean is survived by his wife, Lucy, and their children – Harry, Charlie, Archie, and Lily. Dean and Lucy were married since 2014.