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Originally Posted by Al Gobbi
I completely disagree with this view in 2022. If you are a top rider who rides frequency for a super trainer in NY, CA or KY you will be just fine even if you get a suspension or two.
Several jocks in NY and KY (including 2nd and 3rd tier riders) make double or triple the amount of money they would have 10-15 year ago due to the inflated purses.
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Good point. Great trainers and jockeys go hand in hand. They don’t want to upset each other’s Apple cart even if there is a blip or two in regards to suspensions or urgent family matters. IDC what the reason is ...if you miss a mount but you regularly ride for said top trainer and horse you get that mount back when you come back. There would be huge animosity issues otherwise. It probably has happened though.
