"Richard Johnson: Leading jump jockey in shock retirement
Four-time champion jump jockey Richard Johnson has announced his retirement with immediate effect.
The 43-year-old was in tears as he revealed his shock decision after riding Brother Tedd into third place at Newton Abbot on Saturday.
"After nearly 30 years in the saddle, the time has come for me to retire," he said.
Johnson enjoyed more than 3,500 victories in his career - only AP McCoy has ridden more winners in jump racing."
https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/horse-racing/56615202
What a joke!
Four-time champion jump jockey Richard Johnson has announced his retirement with immediate effect.
The 43-year-old was in tears as he revealed his shock decision after riding Brother Tedd into third place at Newton Abbot on Saturday.
"After nearly 30 years in the saddle, the time has come for me to retire," he said.
Johnson enjoyed more than 3,500 victories in his career - only AP McCoy has ridden more winners in jump racing."
https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/horse-racing/56615202
What a joke!
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