Kerry jockey Oisín Murphy was offered along with his fourth British Champion Flat Jockey trophy at Ascot this afternoon.
The 29-year-old, who beforehand received the title in 2019, 2020 and 2021, completed this season with 163 winners, greater than 50 away from his closest challenger, his fellow Irish rider, Rossa Ryan.
Highlights for the Murphy embrace a Group 1 double at Royal Ascot with Australian challenger Asfoora within the King Charles III Stakes and Khaadem within the Queen Elizabeth II Jubilee Stakes.
Commenting on his jockeys’ title success, Murphy mentioned:
“That is one thing I actually tried to attain this 12 months. I’ve had nice assist from so many trainers and homeowners, and having a good lead has meant I’ve been capable of take pleasure in it over the past month or so.
“It has taken loads of laborious work from my agent [Gavin Horne]. With the one assembly a day rule, it’s paramount that he chooses the right assembly to ship me to, which isn’t straightforward when there are three or 4 conferences. I believe he has executed an important job, and that has been key to me using so many winners.
Discussing future goals, the highest jockey admitted:
“There are lots of races that I’ve not received. The 2 standouts for me are the Prix de l’Arc de Triomphe and the Derby. The Arc has a lot worldwide attraction and recognition these days, whereas the Derby has a lot historical past.”
