First deceased jockey to win a race

According to Official Guinness Records,

On 4 June 1923, Jockey Frank Hayes (USA) suffered a fatal heart attack while riding his horse Sweet Kiss in a race at Belmont Park in New York City, USA. Despite his sudden death, Hayes somehow remained in the saddle long enough for the 20–1 long shot to jump the final fence and cross the finish line in first place, making him the only jockey to ride to victory after his own death.

For a complete list of 1923 records, please visit 1923 Guinness Records in United States.

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