THE Irish equestrian community were shocked at the death of Michael D. Cummins (69) of Clonberne Stud, Glenamaddy, Co Galway, who passed away suddenly in the early hours of last Saturday (July 13th).

Michael stood the sport horse stallion Gallant Cavalier and the Connemara stallion Gloves Bobby. He died in his sleep having attended his nephew’s wedding in Loughrea on the Friday after telling family he would not indulge as he intended to travel to Gort horse mart the following morning.