About Pat Hyland
Lived 1941 – 2026 (aged 84–85). Pat Hyland was an Australian jockey and horse trainer.
Pat Hyland (1941 – 2 March 2026) was an Australian jockey and horse trainer who is best known for riding What A Nuisance to victory in the 1985 Melbourne Cup. His son, Chris Hyland, is also a successful horse trainer.
Life and career Hyland was born in Port Fairy in 1941. Bonaria, winner of the 2014 Myer Classic.
Hyland and his wife Maree had six children: a daughter and five sons. He died on 2 March 2026 at the age of 84.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Pat Hyland?
Australian jockey
When was Pat Hyland born?
Pat Hyland was born in 1941.
When did Pat Hyland die?
Pat Hyland died on 2 March 2026.
What was Pat Hyland's occupation?
Pat Hyland was a jockey and horse trainer.
What nationality was Pat Hyland?
Pat Hyland was Australian.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Pat Hyland (jockey)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Pat Hyland. https://biography.guide/pat-hyland/
MLA: "Pat Hyland." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/pat-hyland/.
Chicago: "Pat Hyland." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/pat-hyland/.
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