Fitness and good health for athletes is a priority and that is true for jockeys as well. Although some people might think differently, our fitness is vital. Some people believe the horse does the running for us and in some ways, that is true. But we have to control an animal that weighs 10 times that of a jockey.
At my age one would think that one’s fitness level drops but some three years ago when I went for a medical check-up, my relaxed heart rate was around 44. In fact, the nurse thought the monitor was not working properly because the reading was so low and subsequently Dr Richard Albrecht had to explain to her that jockeys had to be have a high level of fitness.
In the past some jockeys would binge eat and then go to the toilet, put their fingers down their throats, and bring it all up. That does not happen these days. Race 2 is a small handicap but very competitive. There are two form lines to choose from. You either go with Russian Beat and War Legend from the D’Arrivee form line or Throng and Come The Day from The Dazzler form line.
Race 3 is a Juvenile Plate over 1200m so a good draw and some experience are vital. For that reason Makara could have a huge advantage as she jumps from pole position and has had three runs already. She is a possible PA banker. Race 5 is another Maiden Plate where none of the horses has really good form. Include Pearl Of Siberia and Desert Kitten in the PA for the Pick 6 add in Western Oasis.
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