Spencer to retire at end of season

Jamie Spencer (pictured) will retire from riding at the end of the current season to take up a new role with Qatar Racing Ltd.

Spencer to retire at end of season

The 34-year-old, who has twice been crowned champion jockey in Britain as well as once in Ireland, is currently retained rider for the powerful operation but will work closely alongside Sheikh Fahad Al Thani and his bloodstock advisor David Redvers providing feedback and advice on their horses from 2015.

Spencer said: “This is a fantastic opportunity and if I have learned anything in my riding career it is that you should take such opportunities when they come along.

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