Greatrex shocks Leicester field with fairytale return win
Rider steers home 125-1 chance on his first mount since retiring in 2021.
Eddy Greatrex enjoyed a dream return to the saddle when partnering 125-1 winner Tilsworth Turf at Leicester. Greatrex, son of National Hunt trainer Warren, was building a nice career for himself on the level when he was forced to retire due to a persistent back injury in July 2021. However, he made his return in the Carling Handicap and showed he had lost none of his skill on John Jenkins’ four-year-old, who had not beaten a rival in his latest four runs. “I missed this feeling big time. This was a stepping-stone to get back into riding, just to have a good blow – which I had – but it’s worked out great,” Greatrex told Racing TV. “To be fair to John, he said he had a chance but you can’t really believe that when he’s 125-1, but he was right in fairness. “I feel the best I’ve ever felt to be honest. I’ve done plenty of work and it’s a privilege to be back.“I’ve been riding out for Jack Channon, he’s been great to me over the winter and said he would give me a few rides.”
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