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Which racing jurisdiction has the most keenly contested jockey’s championship/premiership? Plus, which jockey makes the most money?
Soumillon’s Cravache d’Or success is certainly noteworthy given his enthralling tussles with Pierre-Charles Boudot in recent seasons, while the French and Hong Kong titles are generally the most compelling and probably the most keenly sought. However the Belgian born Soumillon falls a long way short when it comes to which jockey is getting the most... Read More
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