Who was Hannah Serfass and what happened in her horse riding accident?

HANNAH Serfass's tragic death in a riding accident has made headlines across the world.

Here's everything you need to know about the 15-year-old equestrian star.

Who was Hannah Serfass?

Hannah Serfass, 15, from Florida, was hailed as a future horse-riding star.

The US Equestrian Federation called her a "very talented up-and-coming rider known for her passion for horses, her natural ability and her work ethic".

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She was a gymnast until fourth grade before switching her attention to horses - although she also ran for the Wildwood Middle High School Track Team.

The World Equestrian Center published a profile of Hannah just two months before her death.

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It read: "Once Hannah Serfass discovered horses, the passionate young rider jumped in with both feet and never looked back."

She told her interviewer: "I just got into it and never wanted to stop.

"And now, I just want to learn everything I can about it. I want to keep going with it."

Who are Hannah Serfass' parents?

Hannah lived in a stunning $2.5million four-bed home in Tarpon Springs, Florida, with her parents David and Janine.

She would get up at 6.30am every morning to take care of animals on their family farm and practise riding before starting her home-schooling work.

What happened to Hannah Serfass in her horse riding accident?

Hannah died on April, 30, 2023, when she was knocked off her horse, and landed on her head.

The 12-year-old horse, called Quaxx 2, then tripped and suffered a rotational fall on to Hannah's head.

Quaxx 2 was unhurt in the accident.

The accident happened during the Fox Lea Farm Spring Concours competition in Sarasota, Florida.

An on-site EMT responded immediately before Hannah was taken to Sarasota Memorial Hospital, where she was pronounced dead.

A GoFundMe page in Hannah's memory reads: "On April 30, 15 year old, Hannah Serfass passed away in a tragic horse accident in Venice, Florida.

"She was a talented rider with an extremely bright future. She showed nothing but dedication and love to this sport.

"We have partnered with the World Equestrian Center to plant a tree with a plaque of her name in loving memory of Hannah Serfass.

It continued: "Any remaining funds will either go towards a perpetual trophy in her name or be given to the Serfass family toward an organization of their choice.

"We are so appreciative of anything you have to give.

"Sending our condolences to her family, friends, and the entire equestrian community. Rest In Peace to a beautiful soul."