Nicholls confirms Walsh split
Ruby Walsh has stepped down as number one jockey to former champion trainer Paul Nicholls.
Grand National-winning rider Daryl Jacob has been promoted to the top position at Nicholls’ Ditcheat yard.
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SUBSCRIBERuby Walsh has stepped down as number one jockey to former champion trainer Paul Nicholls.
Grand National-winning rider Daryl Jacob has been promoted to the top position at Nicholls’ Ditcheat yard.
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