McCoy closes in on 3,000th win

Tony McCoy edged a little closer to his 3,000th career success over jumps after a thrilling victory aboard his only ride of the day.

Thu, 29 Jan, 2009 - 16:12

Tony McCoy edged a little closer to his 3,000th career success over jumps after a thrilling victory aboard his only ride of the day.

The 13-times champion jockey made the trip to Wincanton to partner Stradbrook in the Bruton Handicap Hurdle and was in front coming to the last flight.

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