GITNUX MARKETDATA REPORT 2024
Jockeys Statistics: Market Report & Data
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"Over 90 percent of professional jockeys will sustain a significant injury in their career. Source"
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"There are approximately 450 jockeys licensed to ride in the UK at any one time. Source"
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"In the US, only 8% of professional jockeys are women. Source"
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"Over 34% of jockeys reported they were suffering from depression. Source"
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"About 80% of jockeys have spent time off due to an injury. Source"
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"Jockeys in the United States earn average yearly wages of $48,000. Source"
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"22% of jockeys had experienced fractures in more than one body area. Source"
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"It has been reported that 45% of jockeys have used extreme dieting methods to control weight. Source"
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"Female jockeys have 1.14 odds of winning when booked for a ride compared to male counterparts. Source"
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"The average height of a jockey is around 5 feet 1 inch (155cm). Source"
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"The average weight of a professional jockey is approximately 53.5 kilograms. Source"
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"Jockeys often maintain a body fat average around 5-10%, much lower compared to average population. Source"
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"Around 5.2% of the profession is made up of apprentice jockeys. Source"
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"About 38% of jockeys have more than 5 years of professional experience. Source"
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"The average annual wage for jockeys in Australia is around AUD$60,912. Source"
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"Approximately 70 jockeys participate in the Kentucky Derby every year. Source"
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"Only 2% of African American Jockeys are registered with the Jockeys’ Guild in the USA. Source"
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"The record for the most wins by a jockey in a year is 555, set in 1973. Source"
