Someone who rides horses in horse racing or steeplechase racing
This article is about the sports occupation. For other uses, see Jockey (disambiguation).
"Horse racer" redirects here. For the snake, see Lampropeltis getula.
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A jockey riding in a hurdle race
A jockey is someone who rides horses in horse racing or steeplechase racing, primarily as a profession. The word also applies to camel riders in camel racing. The word "jockey" originated from England and was used to describe the individual who rode horses in racing. They must be light, typically around a weight of 100–120 lb. (45–55 kg), and physically fit. They are typically self-employed, and are paid a small fee from the horse trainer and a percentage of the horse's winnings. The job has a very high risk of debilitating or life-threatening injuries.
Originally, in most countries, the jockeys were all male. Over time, female jockeys have been allowed to ride; thus, now there are many successful and well-known female jockeys.[1]
^Syken, Bill (7 March 2023). "Female Jockeys Who Broke Down Barriers".
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