…Researched and contributed by Larry John.
Jockey Pat Cosgrave has been given a 28-day ban for easing down and getting a 1/6 favourite, Concorde, beaten by rival My Roxanne on the line at Chelmsford.
Concorde, trained by George Boughey, was expected to win the race comfortably and had easily won his last start at Redcar.
However, Cosgrave took things too leisurely in the final furlong, allowing My Roxanne to edge closer and ultimately win by a nose in a photo finish.
Poor Riding Causes Shock Result
Cosgrave’s poor riding at the race shocked not only the spectators but also the racecourse commentator, who had expected Concorde to win easily.
After the race, fans on Twitter dubbed it the worst ride of all time, with some calling
Jockey Apologizes for Error
Cosgrave has expressed remorse for his error and apologized to the owner and trainer of Concorde, who should have won the race.
He said he had made a mistake and misjudged the situation, leading to his embarrassment and regret.
The British Horseracing Authority (BHA) stewards’ report noted that Cosgrave had “failed to take all reasonable and permissible measures to obtain the best possible placing on a horse that would have finished first.”
Commentary:
Cosgrave’s poor riding at Chelmsford has caused a stir in the horse racing community, with many fans and pundits calling it one of the worst rides of all time.
Cosgrave’s mistake in easing down and not pushing Concorde to the finish line allowed My Roxanne to edge past him, resulting in a shock defeat for the hot favorite.
While the 28-day ban imposed on Cosgrave may seem harsh, it reflects the seriousness of his error and the impact it had on the outcome of the race.
Cosgrave’s apology to the owner and trainer of Concorde shows his remorse and acceptance of responsibility for the mistake he made.
The incident highlights the importance of jockeys taking all reasonable measures to obtain the best possible placing on a horse, including giving their all in the final furlong.
Horse racing is a sport that requires a high level of skill and strategy, and jockeys must be able to make quick decisions and react to changing situations on the track.
The outcome of a race can be determined by the smallest of margins, and a jockey’s mistake can have significant consequences.