How many winners has Joseph Obrien?
How many winners has Joseph Obrien?
In the days before Ivanovich Gorbatov’s Cheltenham success, O’Brien had announced his retirement from riding. In all, he had ridden 518 winners. He enjoyed 30 Group/Grade 1 winners and 10 Classic victories.
When did Joseph O’Brien retire?
His retirement was confirmed in the spring of 2016, but the next chapter of his racing life had already commenced, as he had been combining his riding with training a string of horses from Carriganóg Racing on Owning Hill for a number of years.
Where did Joseph O’Brien go to school?
Joe was educated at Presentation College Athenry and University College Galway. After graduating with a first class honours degree in commerce, he completed a Masters in Accounting in University College Dublin.
Which horse trainer has won the most Melbourne Cups?
12 – Bart Cummings (1965, 1966, 1967, 1974, 1975, 1977, 1979, 1990, 1991, 1996, 1999, 2008). In the modern era (since 1983) Lee Freedman has trained 5 Melbourne Cup winners (1989, 1992, 1995, 2004, 2005).
Which horse owner has won the most Melbourne Cups?
7 – Lloyd Williams (1981, 1985, 2007, 2012, 2016, 2017, 2020). 4 – John Tait (1866, 1868, 1871, 1872). 4 – Etienne de Mestre (1861*, 1862*, 1867*, 1878) *The winners of these years were leased. 4 – Dato Tan Chin Nam (1974, 1975, 1996, 2008).
Why are there so many O Briens?
O’Brien history: O’Brien is now a very popular name in all provinces of Ireland including Munster. The family clans of the O’Brians have great importance in Ireland. This is mainly due to their illustrious predecessor, the great Brian Born, King of Leinster and Munster, who fought the Vikings at the Battle of Clontarf.
