Star Irish jockey achieves biggest career milestone to date as he's named Juddmonte's new retained rider
COLIN Keane has been named as Juddmonte's new retained rider in a huge career landmark for the Irish jockey.
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Juddmonte chief executive Douglas Erskine Crum laid out why he was the natural choice in a statement.
He hailed: "In the past we have had retained jockey relationships [including with Pat Eddery, Richard Hughes and James Doyle] but in recent years we have preferred to work with the many talented jockeys retained by our various trainers around the world.
"We have decided that the time has now come to revert to the security and consistency which comes from having a single jockey retainer relationship.
"We are delighted that Colin Keane has committed himself to Juddmonte.
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"He is one of the most exciting and talented riders of his generation, he shares Juddmonte's values, we know him well and we warmly welcome him to the Juddmonte team."
Keane, 30, himself added his delight towards the bottom of the statement.
The Meath native added: "I have grown up watching these famous colours carried to many victories in all the top races around the globe so it's very special for me to be asked to ride as first jockey for Juddmonte.
"I'm excited to get started and look forward to working with some of the best trainers in Ireland, England, and France.
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"Tony Hind will look after my UK rides as he has worked closely with Juddmonte for many years now through Richard Hughes and
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On the back of the news becoming official there's been a tonne of congratulatory messages towards Keane from horse racing fans.
Dean praised: "This is a great move by the Juddmonte powerhouse!!"
Similarly, Aaron commented: "This is a fantastic move for Keane, guess Field of Gold is heading to the Eclipse."
Dave argues it was "About time he got a role he deserves" while Justin looked ahead to a big ride that could straight away be on the horizon.
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Colin Keane has been named as Juddmonte's new retained rider
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He posted: "Hiya. Congratulations Colin. Just in time for Field of Gold at Royal Ascot."
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