Williamson decides to retire

Leading jump jockey Norman Williamson has announced his retirement from the saddle at the age of 34.

Williamson decides to retire
Mon, 20 Oct, 2003 - 19:16

Leading jump jockey Norman Williamson has announced his retirement from the saddle at the age of 34.

Winner of a total of 1,268 races, the Cork-born rider made the decision following medical advice after suffering two crashing falls in recent weeks.

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