JJ Slevin’s New Role
In a thrilling turn of events for horse racing enthusiasts, JJ Slevin has officially succeeded Daryl Jacob as the retained rider for the dynamic ownership duo, Simon Munir and Isaac Souede. With Jacob having recently hung up his riding boots at Leopardstown, the team acted swiftly, an agile move expected in the racing world, to engage Slevin for the job. Starting at Ayr this afternoon, Slevin will don the iconic ‘double green’ silks in both Britain and Ireland.
A Winning Partnership
Slevin isn’t just a random pick; he has a storied history with the Munir and Souede colors. Having previously achieved significant success, including riding the Irish Grand National winner Intense Raffles last year, he comes with a wealth of experience. His past collaborations with renowned trainer Joseph O’Brien have proven fruitful, especially with a Grade One double at Leopardstown’s Christmas meeting aboard horses like Solness and Home by the Lee.
Words from the Owners
In a statement shared on X, Munir expressed their enthusiasm, saying, “We are delighted to announce that JJ Slevin will be joining Team Double Green with immediate effect.” He elaborated on Slevin’s crucial role, highlighting that “JJ has ridden many of our horses in the past,” making this new role a smooth transition. Daryl Jacob, still part of the team, ensures continuity as Slevin steps into this plum position.
With an exciting season ahead, fans and followers eagerly await what this fresh partnership will bring!
