Jack Mitchell (jockey)

Jack Mitchell is a jockey from Epsom, Surrey who has received media coverage as an up-and-coming jockey,[1][2] especially after his victory in the 2010 Derby Dash at The Derby. His father, Phillip Mitchell, is a former amateur jockey.[3]

Background

Mitchell was taught to ride by his mother, Patricia.[2] His father, Phillip Mitchell, had a considerable career as an amateur jockey.[1][4] Living on Epsom Downs, practically on The Derby racecourse, the family has produced multiple notable jockeys, going as far back as his grandfather, Cyril Mitchell, who began his career in 1929.[1][5] His younger brother Freddie is one of the top pony-race jockeys in the country.[citation needed]

Racing career

As of June 2010, Mitchell has competed in over 800 races and had over 90 wins, including 5 wins (out of 18 races) on his home course of Epsom.

In 2009, Mitchell was rushed to hospital after falling from a horse during a race, but was not seriously injured.[6] Riding a horse named 'Bertoliver', He won the 2010 Investec Entrepreneurial Class "Dash" despite his saddle slipping during the race.[7]


References

  1. ^ a b c Montgomery, Sue (9 August 2005). "Racing: New generation of Mitchell dynasty hits stride in style - More Sports, Sport". The Independent. London. Archived from the original on 23 December 2009. Retrieved 6 June 2010.
  2. ^ a b Ron Cox (15 August 2007). "Horse racing: Mitchell playing his cards right in strong year for young riders | Sport". The Guardian. London. Retrieved 6 June 2010.
  3. ^ Lee, Alan (17 July 2008). "Philip Mitchell could be tempted back". London: Timesonline. Retrieved 6 June 2010.[dead link‍]
  4. ^ "MITCHELL'S STAR ON THE RISE | Sporting Life - Horse Racing News | Live Racing Results, Racecards, Live Betting Shows". Sporting Life. 12 March 2010. Retrieved 6 June 2010.[permanent dead link‍]
  5. ^ "Death of Cyril Mitchell aged 85 | Racing Post (London, England), The Newspaper | Find Articles at BNET". Findarticles.com. 31 January 2001. Retrieved 6 June 2010. [dead link‍]
  6. ^ Graham Green (30 July 2009). "Jack Mitchell escapes injury after horror fall - Horse Racing News". Racing Post. Archived from the original on 26 October 2012. Retrieved 6 June 2010.
  7. ^ Stuart Riley. "EPSOM Bertoliver holds off Hawkeyethenoo to win Dash - Horse Racing News". Racing Post. Archived from the original on 26 October 2012. Retrieved 6 June 2010.