James McDonald | |
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Nickname | JMac, J-Mac |
Occupation | Jockey |
Born | Kaipaki, New Zealand |
Weight | 55 kg (121 lb) |
Honours | |
New Zealand Racing Hall of Fame (2021) World Jockey of the Year (2021) | |
Significant horses | |
Verry Elleegant It's A Dundeel Nature Strip Anamoe Romantic Warrior |
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