| Rider | Mts. | 1st | 2nd | 3rd | Win% |
| a-Julien Leparoux | 726 | 206 | 135 | 85 | 28.4 |
| a-Martin Garcia | 536 | 151 | 122 | 92 | 28.2 |
| Russell Baze | 496 | 139 | 107 | 78 | 28.0 |
| a-Rosie Napravnik | 590 | 138 | 96 | 109 | 23.4 |
| Ramon Dominguez | 522 | 130 | 103 | 81 | 24.9 |
| Eibar Coa | 594 | 130 | 97 | 74 | 21.9 |
| Rafael Bejarano | 631 | 115 | 111 | 92 | 18.2 |
| Edgar Paucar | 563 | 107 | 96 | 87 | 19.0 |
| Cornelio Velasquez | 648 | 106 | 88 | 104 | 16.4 |
| John Velazquez | 366 | 104 | 61 | 42 | 28.4 |
Monday, May 15, 2006
Jockey Standings
Winningest North American jockeys this year through yesterday's races:
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I think those standings prove we have a new wave of riders to fill the void left by last years' legends retiring. 3 of the top 4 are apprentices that haven't been riding for long. I can't wait to see where they are headed in the future, my guess is the Hall of Fame.
I appreciate your "jockey standings". Your numbers indicate that the apprentice jockeys should be whooping everyone's rump. Just remember, there is a weight allowance. And also remember, jockeys like John Velazquez and Ramon Dominguez and Rafael Bejarano (I like saying that one!) don't get the same caliber mounts, or competition, as Julien, Martin or Rosie. But holy cow ... do those three kiddos have some fantastic potential!
I'm only hoping that Julien's affair with married TVG host Michelle Yu doesn't end up messing with his concentration. He's got enormous potential, and to think he may be distracted by a woman, has me doubting his upcoming races in Texas and New York.
Leparoux is young, he still has plenty of mistakes to make. However, I agree with the affair comment. This isn't Hollywood, it's horseracing. Perhaps he may be looked down upon by some, if he keeps winning, no one will care.
This is horse racing, not Hollywood. Who cares who dates who? She is no longer married,and he's a good looking single guy. Why shouldn't two budding stars be together? So far the standing speak for themselves. He's still winning, and it doesn't seem like his riding has taken a blow from these events. Lets let things unfold. Ambition will oversome puppy love, and if its something more, they can only benefit from being happy outside of work.
I disagree that the two of them should do whatever they please, and no, this isn't Hollywood, but it is a perfect example of the morals and ethics they are both in serious lack of...I would think this kind of thing would be looked upon as immoral, and a sin in the eyes of God. The vows of marriage aren't taken with any seriousness as at anymore. I for one pitty them both. It is pathetic.
A sin in the eyes of God? Divorce? Then half the country is sinners. Why the big deal over this couple? Jockeys are notorious for their extramaritial affairs. You sound like a hurt ex spouse yourself... What would you rather them do?
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