Teen jockey warms hearts with interview after debut win
On Friday, Jamie incredibly rode 10/1 horse Alaskan View to victory as he held off heavy favourite Highland Realm, who was listed at 2/5.
Jamie's first win was made even more special by the fact that Highland Realm was steered by star jockey Patrick Mullins. Jamie Martin warmed hearts with his interview. Pic: Racing TV
After the race, the teenager was joined by his dad Mick on Racing TV to share their reactions to the momentous occasion.
It was a full family affair as well, as Jamie's grandfather Willie trains the horse while his brother owns her.
The 17-year-old's sister also led him out alongside Mick.
Jamie exclaimed: 'I'm just so grateful to have the likes of my father and grandfather to give me the opportunity.
'My brother didn't want me on the horse, but my dad had his way. I thought I was dreaming for a second.
'I was talking to a few of the lads inside and I thought I was going to be making it but there was a bit of competition for the lead and there was three horses upsides for nearly the whole first round.
'I was tanking along so I let Alaskan View off in front.
'She travelled along beautifully and then I heard Patrick coming near, but lengthened out – unreal.
'I thought I was going to fall off near the end but I made it! I looked across and said to Patrick 'Did I win or not?'' The jockey is only 17-years-old. Pic: Racing TV
While discussing his brother's doubts, Jamie laughed that it was a good thing his dad had the final say.
He added: 'He wanted Barry Stone, he didn't think I'd be able! Barry has rode her a few times before and is a brilliant jockey so…luckily I had my father there backing me.'
The teenager further explained that he's only going into fifth year of secondary school next month so he still has a ways to go before being able to potentially focus entirely on his burgeoning riding career.
Mick then went on to hail his entire racing-mad family for all contributing to the upset that saw them pip Highland Realm by half a length.
He declared: 'It's great, I can't believe it. She's a nice mare and any bad runs have been my fault.
'I made a few mistakes with her, but she has always shown plenty, she is Flat bred. She is bred to sprint but she stays and it's a dream come true.
'The family are all at it now and poor Conor (his other son) got injured last year.
'My father isn't here today, I'd say he is dancing. He was 80 last week and I'm sure he is watching in.
Great scenes at @TramoreRaces last night when 17-year-old Jamie Martin rode his first winner under Rules aboard Alaskan View in the finale. A fabulous family affair and a great post-race interview with @irishkor 👇 pic.twitter.com/Lvgd9zbTfb — Racing TV (@RacingTV) August 16, 2025
'Jamie has done a bit in Joseph O'Brien's this year which has brought him on a lot. JJ Slevin got him in down there and it's great.'
Racing fans were overjoyed for Jamie and shared their admiration of him online.
One fan wrote: 'This is why racing is one of the greatest sports in the world to see such emotional scenes like this , well done to all involved.'
Another added: 'Lovely story and great memory for the Martin family! Congratulations, Jamie!'
A third commented: 'Uplifting in fairness…. congratulations to all involved.'
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