Lewis Ferguson, an 18-year-old jockey, riding in his fifth professional race ever, probably wished retired after his fourth.
Ferguson was just about to reach the final hurdle when the horse unexpectedly changed direction, sending Lew spiraling through the air for like 20 seconds.
Wincanton clerk of the course Barry Johnson stated,
“Lewis is absolutely fine, unbelievably. He walked into the parade ring and was chatting away as if nothing had happened, calm as you like. It was amazing, I’ve never seen anything like it. It was certainly the worst fall I’ve ever seen and I’m just glad he’s all right because I feared the worst.”
Lol. Good one, Barry, you insensitive son-of-a-bitch. But for real, when are the services? Shoot me the address to the funeral home so I can send a bouquet. Here’s a tip going forward, Barry. If you’re going to play an April Fool’s joke, make sure it’s halfway believable. The only way I’d believe this dude is still alive after doing more flips than McKayla Maroney is if there was a glitch in the Matrix. Doesn’t seem likely. Like next year, don’t pretend that your buddy, Lewis, arouse from the dead. Too outlandish, that dude is as dead as my dick after a whiskey binge.