Murtagh planning hurdling campaign

Johnny Murtagh will ride over hurdles this winter after taking out a jumps licence in Ireland.

Tue, 08 Nov, 2005 - 14:05

Johnny Murtagh will ride over hurdles this winter after taking out a jumps licence in Ireland.

The 35-year-old jockey rode 48 winners on the Flat in Britain this year but has gained permission from the Irish Turf Club to begin a career over timber.

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