Talented jockey Laura Lafferty has been moved out of the Intensive Care Unit and into a trauma ward at The Alfred Hospital in Melbourne after a serious fall at Ballarat last Thursday. Lafferty sustained multiple internal injuries when she was dislodged from her mount, The Praised One, while leading the field for trainer Patrick Starr.
Lafferty was immediately airlifted to Melbourne for urgent treatment following the incident.
In a positive update, the Victorian Jockeys Association (VJA) confirmed her improving condition on Tuesday afternoon. “Laura Lafferty has been moved from ICU into a trauma ward at the Alfred. Laura continues to improve, family appreciate all the industry support,” the VJA said in a statement.
Lafferty’s family expressed their gratitude for the overwhelming support from the racing community as she continues her recovery.