Among those who ride thoroughbreds there are jockeys and there are legends. Jerry Bailey is definitely in the legend category. Bailey won an astounding 5,893 races and $283 million in purse money during a career that spanned 31 years. At the time of his retirement in 2006, Jerry Bailey ranked in the number two spot on the North American racing […] Continue Reading
Victor Espinoza : Jockey Profile
The most recognized jockey in all of horseracing right now is Victor Espinoza. A journeyman jockey with plenty of experience under his belt, Espinoza achieved a historic and legendary feat in 2015 when he became the latest jockey to win racing’s Triple Crown as he helped American Pharoah become the first Triple Crown winner in 37 years. Espinoza had a […] Continue Reading
Bill Hartack : Jockey Profile
William John Hartack, Jr’s life began on December 9, 1932 in Ebensburg, Pennsylvania. His mother, Nancy, died on Christmas morning from injuries suffered in an automobile accident when he was eight years old. While his father worked in coal mines, young Bill attended school and helped farm their property. Upon graduating from Black Lick Township High School Hartack tried to […] Continue Reading
Isaac Burns Murphy : Jockey Profile
Isaac Burns Murphy was born Isaac Burns on April 16, 1861 on a farm in Frankfort, Kentucky. After his father’s death in a prison camp during the Civil War, his mother moved back home to Lexington to the home of her parents. Isaac would go to work with his mother who was working at a racing stable. Eli Jordan, an […] Continue Reading
Russell Baze – Jockey Profile
Horse racing fans often have a favorite jockey that they like place their bets on. It may be a well- known rider who traverses the country riding in major stakes races or a local rider on a hot streak. In discussions of who is the greatest jockey of all time, names like Bill Shoemaker, Laffit Pincay, Eddie Arcaro or Gary […] Continue Reading
Corey Lanerie – Jockey Profile
Louisiana has long been known for producing top notch jockeys. Among the elite group of riders from the Bayou State are Calvin Borel, Robby Albarado, Eddie Delahoussaye, Kent Desormeaux and Corey Lanerie to name a few. Long before pari-mutuel wagering and organized horse racing came along, Louisiana was laden with “bush” tracks. Every weekend horseman would gather at the nearest […] Continue Reading
George Woolf “Iceman – Jockey Profile
George Woolf, nicknamed “Iceman”, is regarded as one of the greatest riders to ever sit on the back of a racehorse. Born on May 31, 1910 in Cardston, Alberta, Woolf grew up riding horses. His father was a rancher who competed in rodeos and his mother was a trick rider in a circus. Woolf began his career as a professional […] Continue Reading
Gary Stevens – Jockey Profile
Gary Stevens is one of the most successful jockeys to ever compete in thoroughbred horseracing. During his amazing career as a jockey, Gary Stevens has ridden some of the most famous racehorses of all time including Winning Colors, Thunder Gulch, Silver Charm, and Victory Gallop. As of this writing, Stevens is nearing 5000 career American wins and has already passed […] Continue Reading
Chantal Sutherland – Jockey
Comparatively few women have distinguished themselves as professional jockeys and, while she hasn’t racked up the credentials of a Julie Krone, Chantal Sutherland may be the name most people recognize. The Canadian jockey has made quite a splash since entering horseracing in 2000 with her first race at Woodbine Racetrack in Toronto. From the very beginning, Chantal Sutherland has been […] Continue Reading
Garrett Gomez – Jockey
Nicknamed “Go-Go” for his ability to urge his mounts to their maximum speed and effort, Garrett Gomez is one of the most successful jockeys in the modern era. His skills as a jockey are often put on display in the biggest races America has to offer. Like many professional jockeys, Gomez turned to racing at a very young age. He […] Continue Reading