A bank account has been set up to support the mourning family of New Zealand-based jockey Taiki Yanagida after he died following injuries caused by a horrific accident last week.
On Wednesday, Yanagida was knocked unconscious when his mount Te Atatu Pash was brought down on the home straight on the synthetic track at Cambridge. He was rolled over by his own horse, before being trampled by another following.
He was put into an induced coma and transported to Waikato Hospital, where he was diagnosed with head and spinal injuries and placed on life support.
Following his death, a bank account has since been made to support his family. Donations can be made to 01-0517-0063944-07 using the reference Taiki.
New Zealand Thoroughbred Racing CEO Bruce Sharrock said "there are so many people out there wanting to provide support".
"We have set up an account for that purpose."
Sharrock added Yanagida's mother Kayano and his sisters Chiaki and Ayano should be proud of his achievements.
"The outpouring of emotion demonstrates just how many lives Taiki touched during his time in New Zealand. That beaming smile will be an enduring memory when we remember him."
Kayano said her 28-year-old son never had any regrets.
"Taiki's achievements could not have been reached without the support from each of his friends, acquaintances, and horse racing associates. With their help, he was able to overcome difficulties, always aiming ever higher. We express our deep gratitude."
