Georgie Campbell death: Wife of NZ Olympian dies in equestrian event after fall

British rider Georgie Campbell, wife of Jesse Campbell, passed away after an accident during the Bicton International Horse Trials. Photo / Instagram

The wife of a New Zealand Olympian has died while competing at an equestrian event in Devon.

British rider Georgie Campbell, wife of Jesse Campbell, passed away after an accident during the Bicton International Horse Trials.

The pair married in 2020.

Governing body British Eventing said on Sunday: “It is with deepest regret that we announce that Georgie Campbell (GBR) suffered a fatal accident whilst competing at the Bicton International Horse Trials in Devon, England, on Sunday 26 May 2024.

“Medical professionals attended immediately following her fall at fence 5b, however, unfortunately, she could not be saved.

“The horse, Global Quest, was assessed by the on-site vets and walked back to the stable and is uninjured.

“To respect the family’s privacy at this extremely difficult and sad time, no further details will be shared.”

South Western Ambulance Service NHS Foundation Trust said it was called to Budleigh Salterton at 3.05pm on Sunday.

An air ambulance, double-crewed land ambulance, operations officer and hazardous area response team were sent.

The Bicton International Horse Trials is a four-day event taking place from Thursday to Sunday.

NZL-Jesse Campbell and Georgie Strang. DHL Prize CCI4* Dressage. Friday 15 June. 2018 Luhmuehlen International Horse Trial. Copyright Photo: Libby Law Photography

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