Champion jockey chooses to ride Joliestar in The Everest

by | Oct 14, 2025 | Uncategorized | 0 comments

Champion jockey James McDonald has committed to ride Joliestar in the $20 million Everest. The decision—long debated within Chris Waller’s powerful team—came down to a choice between Joliestar and Lady Shenandoah. Damian Lane will partner Lady Shenandoah, with Ben Melham booked for stablemate Angel Capital. McDonald teamed with Joliestar in… Read More »

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