Racing community mourns death of 19-year-old apprentice

by | Oct 30, 2025 | Uncategorized | 0 comments

The racing community is in shock following the tragic death of 19-year-old apprentice jockey Tommie Jakes, who passed away just hours after taking his final ride. Jakes was a respected and well-liked member of the weighing room and had been riding for leading trainer George Boughey. He had been scheduled… Read More »

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