Can Jockeys Riding at Two Meetings?

A jockey doesn't have to ride at more than one meeting. They can always self-regulate. The idea of jockeys riding at just one meeting a day permanently has come into play because many racecourses have opted to put on anything between eight and ten races per card since the restart.

Can jockeys hit each other?

Although jockeys can be accidentally struck by a whip in a race, Morales told stewards that “it was not an accident, he meant to do it.” According to the ruling, Cohen said he wouldn't deliberately hit another jockey with his whip and that if it happened it was accidental.

How many races can a jockey run in a day?

Talking Horses: jockeys seeing benefits of one race meeting per day. Jockeys' representatives say a “silver lining” has emerged from coronavirus restrictions in the fact jockeys are limited to riding at a single race meeting per day.

James H. Sterling

James H. Sterling

Environmental Science & Climate Journalist

James Sterling reports on renewable energy developments, climate policy, ecological conservation, and green tech innovations around the globe.