Craig Newitt

Craig Newitt
Born1984 or 1985
Tasmania, Australia
NationalityAustralian
OccupationJockey
Years active2000–present
Known forRiding career in Victoria and Tasmania
Notable workWinner of multiple Group One races
SpouseBreaana Smith
Children4

Craig Newitt (born 1984 or 1985) is an Australian jockey who rides mostly in Victoria.

Biography

Newitt was born in Tasmania, the son of two jockeys.[1][2] He began his career in 2000, and moved to Victoria to finish his apprenticeship with Lee Freedman.[3] His first Group One winner was Perfect Promise in the 2006 C F Orr Stakes.[1] As of early April 2024, he has ridden 2,294 winners, including 33 in Group One races.[3] Five of his Group One wins were on Miss Andretti between May 2006 and March 2008. He also won four Group Ones on Lankan Rupee.[1] He continues to ride in Tasmania, where he has won a record seven Devonport Cups.[2]

Personal life

Newitt and his partner Breaana Smith have four sons.[2][4]

References

  1. ^ a b c "Craig Newitt". Racenet. Retrieved 31 May 2021.
  2. ^ a b c Hluchaniuk, Luke. "'A jockey of the week': One on one with Craig Newitt". Punters. Retrieved 31 May 2021.
  3. ^ a b "Craig Newitt". Racing.com. Retrieved 2 April 2024.
  4. ^ Mansfield, Greg. "Top jockey Craig Newitt returning to Victoria". The Advocate. Retrieved 31 May 2021.