Image courtesy Atkins Photography - Jason Holder is a five time premiership winner in South Australia.
Delighted to catch up with one of Australia’s most popular and consistent jockeys. He explains the origins of his famous nickname “Stubby”.
Jason talks of his recent winning run and the enjoyment he’s getting out of his riding at the moment.
He talks of his family background and the mother who loved the races. Sue would take young Jason along and he was soon besotted with the business.
“Stubby” recalls his apprenticeship to Leon Macdonald and his early barrier trial rides.
The jockey looks back on his wins in the Goodwood Hcp and Adelaide Cup - the dream of every South Australian jockey.
Jason talks of his Melbourne Cup placing. He says it was almost as good as a win.
“Stubby” pays tribute to Gold Guru and Umrum, two of his all time favourites.
He looks back on a four year stint in Queensland and his great association with the late Bruce McLachlan. He recalls the joy of a Magic Millions win, and the fall that almost certainly cost him Golden Slipper success.
He reminisces about his overseas stints including a dream run in Macau.
Jason talks about his very unusual hobby. He and daughter Paris go “Husky Racing” in the winter months.
(Banner image courtesy Atkins Photography - Ambidazzle was the third of Jason Holder's four winners at Morphettville 08/02/2020.)
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Image courtesy Atkins Photography - Sacred Walk was the first of Jason's quartet at Morphettville 08/02/2020.
Image courtesy Atkins Photography - Thank you - that’s four for the day. Jason Holder wins on Exalted Lauretta 08/02/2020.
Image courtesy Atkins Photography - Jason in the Tony McEvoy colours at headquarters on Saturday.