Tag: Jockeys

Quote: ‘My mother has had pneumonia in the past. She has to be really careful. If she takes to this virus, she may not make it through. I’m concerned about her’ – Frankie Dettori By Andrew Atkinson Italian superstar, Milan born jockey Frankie Dettori, has spoken about the devastation of the coronavirus (COVID-19) epidemic that […]

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Jockey, Marquand wins Group 3 Schweppervescence in Aussie By Andrew Atkinson Jockey Tom Marquand won the Group 3 Schweppervescence on the Ciaron Maher and David Eustace-trained colt Holyfield on Saturday (March 28) in Australia, beating Untamed by 3/4 of a length. “He’s obviously a horse with plenty of ability,” said Cheltenham born Marquand. “He got […]

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By Andrew Atkinson The British Horseracing Authority has put on hold an investigation into whip offences by jockeys in the wake of the coronavirus (COVID-19) epidemic. “A new timetable will be agreed at an appropriate point in the future. “The consultation would require a significant focus from senior officials, who are involved in the formation […]

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Presentation ceremonies on hold By Andrew Atkinson The National Hunt Champion jockey title will be presented to Brian Hughes – with any presentation ceremony on hold due to racing’s coronovirus closedown. Hughes has reportedly been told that he will be crowned champion jockey, when the appropriate time arrives. Champion jockey Richard Johnson said that Hughes […]

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‘I’m sorry from the bottom of my heart’ – jockey Jamie Moore Andrew Atkinson Cheltenham Festival proved to be one to forget for jockey Jamie Moore – left distraught – when being unseated by runaway leader Goshen at the final hurdle in the Triumph Hurdle on Gold Cup day, March 13. Speaking for the first […]

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