Nicholls lauds new champion Cobden for his team spirit, character, and superb riding skills.

The 25-year-old jockey claimed the championship title with a double win on Friday evening, securing top honors at a ceremony before the Saturday races. He was warmly welcomed into the paddock by a guard of honor and his closest supporters, including his trainer Nicholls, who praised the jockey’s journey from a young age and expressed confidence in his skills and teamwork. Reflecting on the stress of the week and the competitive challenge, the jockey acknowledged the surreality of his victory and his focus on upcoming rides.

He admitted uncertainties about participating in the championship next year, emphasizing the importance of support during the crucial May to October period. Meanwhile, runner-up Bowen recognized his friend’s success, showing respect for the intense jockeys’ battle and expressing determination to strive for victory in the future. Patrick Wadge, the champion conditional, acknowledged the difficulty of winning the conditional jockeys’ championship and expressed incredulity at his current position, emphasizing his determination to savor the achievement.

Freddie Gingell, also a conditional jockey, praised the champion’s performance and expressed gratitude for his support. Overall, the jockey’s remarkable season was celebrated, with admiration for his 164 wins and acknowledgment of his crucial role in supporting fellow jockeys.