Hannon to retire at end of year

Reigning champion Flat trainer in Britain, Richard Hannon is to retire at the end of the year.

Hannon to retire at end of year
Fri, 22 Nov, 2013 - 00:00

The Wiltshire-based handler, 68, will hand over the licence to his son, Richard Hannon junior, on January 1.

Speaking on his website, www.richardhannonracing.co.uk, Hannon said: “The worst-kept secret is racing is finally out – I am standing down from New Year’s Day.

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