Journalists Wandering Eyes Posted April 27, 2018 Journalists Share Posted April 27, 2018 Jumps rider Katie Walsh announced her retirement from the saddle moments after piloting Antey (Ger) (Lord of England {Ger}) to win the SalesSense International Novice Hurdle at Punchestown on Friday. The 33-year-old Walsh, who rode 158 winners over jumps in Ireland and six in Britain, including two Group 1 wins, told Racing Post, “I’ve been thinking about it for a while and it’s on to the next chapter in life. I wanted to go out on a winner and I said to myself that I’d retire whenever I rode my next winner, whether it be here at Punchestown or wherever. I’ve had a marvellous career and I’ve unbelievable memories. I wanted to go out on my own terms and everyone is here, my husband Ross and my family. I couldn’t have picked a better place.” View the full article Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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