Rising Star Billy Loughnane to Pilot Khaadem in July Cup
In a thrilling development for horse racing enthusiasts, renowned trainer Charlie Hills has announced that teenage sensation Billy Loughnane will take the reins on Khaadem for the prestigious My Pension Expert July Cup this Saturday. With jockey Jamie Spencer serving a suspension, the coveted ride on the eight-year-old, who recently captured the Queen Elizabeth II Jubilee Stakes for the second consecutive year, has now been entrusted to the young, up-and-coming talent.
Loughnane, whose star continues to rise, has already tasted glory at Royal Ascot, winning the Coventry Stakes on Rashabar for trainer Brian Meehan and the Sandringham Stakes aboard George Boughey’s Soprano. Hills, who also has Mitbaahy entered in the Group One event, praised the teenager’s exceptional skills, describing him as “amazing” and “great for the future of our sport.”
“Billy the kid – he’s amazing isn’t he and is great for the future of our sport,” said the elated trainer. “It’s great to have a young jockey like that, he’s very articulate, is a brilliant rider and has great hands and is very astute in a race. I’m really looking forward to watching his career going forward.”
The opportunity to pilot Khaadem in the prestigious July Cup is a testament to Loughnane’s growing reputation and prowess in the saddle. As the racing world eagerly awaits the thrilling contest, all eyes will be on the talented teenager as he looks to guide the battle-hardened veteran to victory at Newmarket this weekend.
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