Derby-winning jockey

Hernandez Continues To Enjoy The Ride Of His Life

SARATOGA SPRINGS, N.Y. -- Brian Hernandez had a huge weekend on the first weekend in May. The 38-year-old jockey is hoping for another big one on the second weekend in June. Hernandez is the pilot of the best 3-year-old filly in the country in Thorpedo Anna (Fast Anna). He also is the teammate of one of the best 3-year-old colts in the land in Mystik Dan (Goldencents). Both horses are trained by Kenny McPeek and they gave Hernandez the biggest thrill of his 21-year career last month. Thorpedo Anna won...

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Derby-Winning Rider Edward Hide Dies At 86

Edward Hide, who won the Derby aboard Morston (Fr) (Ragusa {GB}) for Arthur Budgett in 1973, has passed away at the age of 86. Trainer Mick Easterby paid tribute to the three-time champion apprentice who was a regular rider for the stable and said, "It is with great sadness today that I heard of the passing of my great buddy Eddie Hide. "Eddie Hide was quite simply one of the best Flat jockeys I have seen. In my career I have been fortunate to put up two of the finest...

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