Jockey Career Length and Risk Factors for Loss from Thoroughbred Race Riding

Professional thoroughbred racing jockeys repeatedly work close to physiological capacity during races, whilst maintaining low body weights, on a daily basis with no off-season. The effects of this on their career length is unknown. The aim of this study was to examine the career lengths and reasons...

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Main Authors: Kylie Legg, Darryl Cochrane, Erica Gee, Chris Rogers
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2020-09-01
Series:Sustainability
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Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2071-1050/12/18/7443