Sir Alex Ferguson Horse Dies After Fall at Kempton Park

On 10 January 2026, Sir Alex Ferguson’s six‑year‑old champion, Kalif Du Berlais, crashed during the Grade Two Coral Silviniaco Conti Chase at Kempton Park racecourse, near London. The horse fell while competing for the podium, sustaining fatal injuries. Trainer Paul Nicholls, celebrated for fourteen championship titles, addressed the distressing loss, describing the stallion as the “heart” of his stable. The incident caused an immediate halt of the race, and emergency veterinary aid was deployed. The fall has tinged the historic venue with sorrow, sparking an outpouring of tributes from racing and football communities. The event highlights the ongoing risks present in British National Hunt racing.