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While there is no height restriction, most jockeys tend to be around 4-foot-10 and 5-foot-6 due to the weight restriction. While it's imperative that jockeys ride horses as they race, there are more benefits to having a buddy on the tracks than just companionship.
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Read More »They are the person behind the award-winning horses of the racing world: jockeys. But what exactly does being a jockey entail? And what are the requirements? 1. Most jockeys are shorter and have weight restrictions Every horse race has different requirements for the jockeys. The Kentucky Derby requires the jockeys weigh a maximum of 126 pounds, which includes the jockey and the gear. So, ultimately the jockeys should not weigh more than 119 pounds, according to Bustle. While there is no height restriction, most jockeys tend to be around 4-foot-10 and 5-foot-6 due to the weight restriction. 2. Jockeys essentially help a horse harness its potential While it’s imperative that jockeys ride horses as they race, there are more benefits to having a buddy on the tracks than just companionship. According to Slate, jockeys are trained to harness a horse’s potential and know what its strengths and weaknesses are. So, if a horse has the ability to win, adding a jockey could be the remaining puzzle piece to continuous victories. 3. Jockeys don't make quite as much as other athletes While many people betting on horse races often make quite a hefty profit, the jockeys don’t always make the same cut. In fact, according to CNN, jockeys can make as little as $28 per race. To put it in perspective, that amount is about the size of the daily meal allowance that pro basketball and baseball players are given in addition to a multi-million dollar contract. The Kentucky Derby rewards much more, however, giving around $1 million for the top five winners. 4. Jockeys are often injured during races Since 1940, there have been 154 fatalities at U.S. race tracks, according to the Jockeys’ Guild. Just since 2000, there have been at least 13 deaths, including a 17-year-old. A charity set up by the Jockeys’ Guild assists those permanently disabled but it only pays around $1,000 a month. William Farish, who is a prominent owner that supports the fund, said that jockeys face risks that are comparable to NFL football players, but with a fraction of the resources available. 5. Jockey jackets are worn by the rider but represent the owners There is a lot of superstition that surrounds a jockey’s fashion choice. While the colors are not believed to influence the horses, some riders feel more comfortable in certain colors. According to CNN, the jockey jackets have distinguishing colors to help onlookers differentiate between similar looking horses. The colors are registered by the owner of the horse and don’t usually pertain to the jockey.
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Read More »All riding fees and prizemoney are transferred directly into jockeys' Weatherbys accounts. How much prizemoney jockeys win is decided by a very complicated Rule of Racing and varies from race type to race type and is dependent on how many places are being paid.
All riding fees and prizemoney are transferred directly into jockeys’ Weatherbys accounts. How much prizemoney jockeys win is decided by a very complicated Rule of Racing and varies from race type to race type and is dependent on how many places are being paid. However, as a general rule of thumb Flat jockeys receive around 8.5% of the advertised win prize and 2.61% of the advertised place prize. Jump Jockeys receive around 11.03% of the win prize and 3.44% of the place prize. The riding fee is negotiated annually between the PJA and the ROA. The current riding fees are: Flat – £142.90 and Jump – £194.63. A breakdown of income and expenses is available to Members in their Members Handbook.
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