AU2 - Charlton - Race 4

Exercise Rider

A rider built much like a jockey but is employed for exercising and working out horses in the morning.

Fractions

The times recorded during the race; with timing starting just past the gate or when the gates open, then parroted for the quarter, half, three-quarters etc. Used as an indication of ability and speed.

Apprentice

A new jockey who has not ridden a certain number of winners in a specified time period.