Waiting to mount Weekend Hussler before his win in the 2008 Randwick Guineas - courtesy Bradley Photographers.
Brad talks about his very first trip to Perth in 1997 when he won an Apprentice’s Cup. He’s loved the place ever since.
He talks of his very first Gr 1 win on Niconero for David Hayes. It just happened to be in Perth. He recalls a WA Derby win for the same stable.
Brad talks of his deep racing background and the achievements of his father Keith who’s still riding trackwork in his mid 70’s.
He talks of brother Todd who’s now out of racing and sister Stacey who opted for motherhood after a successful riding career.
Brad looks back on two national premierships, and the Golden Slipper win he landed at the expense of an injured jockey.
Brad talks of his Caulfield Cup win on Viewed - a result of the ride he considers his career best!
Rawiller remembers with affection his astonishing association with the great horse Weekend Hussler. He won 7 Gr 1’s on the Ross McDonald trained galloper.
Brad also pays tribute to the old marvel Black Heart Bart. He won 6 Gr 1 races on a horse who was constantly plagued with foot problems, but kept bouncing back at the elite level.
He looks back on a Cranbourne fall that left him unconscious for several minutes. His recovery astounded doctors.
The jockey acknowledges several other favourite horses.
Apart from brother Nash he had two other riding heroes. He pays tribute to them.
Brad talks of the wonderful support he’s had from wife Carolyn, daughter Cleo and son Lucas. They’re all settled in Perth.
(Banner image - One of Brad’s seven Gr. 1 wins on Weekend Hussler - the 2008 George Ryder - courtesy Bradley Photographers.)
Phelan Ready spotted something as he approached the post in the 2009 Golden Slipper - courtesy Bradley Photographers.
Brad with the late Ross McDonald after Weekend Hussler’s Randwick Guineas win 2008 - courtesy Bradley Photographers.
Brad acknowledges the plaudits of the crowd after his Golden Slipper win on Phelan Ready in 2009 - courtesy Bradley Photographers.
Brad was thrilled to win the Ryder on his all time favourite Weekend Hussler 2008 - courtesy Bradley Photographers.