Lance Bombardier Sullivan, 24, was part of the King’s Troop, Royal Horse Artillery and fell at around 7pm on Friday after exiting the arena.
A soldier who died after falling from her horse at the Royal Windsor Horse Show was an “exceptional jockey” with an “infectious energy”, her commanding officer has said.
Lance Bombardier Sullivan, 24, fell at around 7pm on Friday after exiting the arena.
Despite being given immediate medical treatment she sustained serious injuries and died at the scene, Thames Valley Police said previously.
It is with great sadness that we can confirm the death of Lance Bombardier Ciara Sullivan, who died on 15 May following a tragic incident at the Royal Windsor Horse Show. pic.twitter.com/1syjQNUCHI
— Ministry of Defence 🇬🇧 (@DefenceHQ) May 18, 2026
Her commanding officer said in a tribute issued by the Ministry of Defence: “Lance Bombardier (LBdr) Ciara Sullivan, ‘Sully’ to her friends, was to all who had the privilege of serving alongside her, a bright light in any room she entered.
“An immensely professional soldier and an exceptional jockey, she approached every day within The Troop with an infectious energy — the kind that lifted those around her without effort or intention — and was unfailingly present for her comrades in both the small moments and the hard ones.”
