Check out the latest instalment of 'Dom Does...' as our intrepid reporter samples what it's like to sit on a racehorse in Britain's world-famous racing headquarters - Newmarket.
Earlier in the year our man Dom Newton headed off to the British Racing School with former jockey and Union J member JJ Hamblett for a harsh lesson on the demands of race-riding.
He emerged a changed man forever and while the incredible fitness levels required to become a professional race rider were clearly a shock to the system, Dom was not deterred and fancied a taste of the real thing.
With the blessing of fledgling Newmarket trainer Hilal Kobeissi and his patient and understanding stable staff, more than a touch of hands-on assistance from former rider JJ Hamblett, and a swift video call to Champion Jockey Oisin Murphy, all was in place.
But could our plucky presenter get through the daunting experience totally unscathed? See for yourself by watching the video below...
Special thanks to:
- JJ Hamblett
- Hilal Kobeissi
- Oisin Murphy
- Jess Quinlan
- Lewis Walsh
- Jockey Club Estates
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