Oisin Murphy on Breeders' Cup, a fourth title and (dropped) whips
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In this episode of the Idol Horse Podcast, host Andrew Le Jeune speaks with  jockey Oisin Murphy about his recent successes, including his fourth British Jockey' Championship. Murphy opens up on balancing commitments across various racing circuits, the importance of setting goals and the physical demands of being a jockey. The star jockey also shares insights on the upcoming Breeders' Cup, some of the best horses he has ridden and the differences in racing rules across countries, particularly the contentious whip rules. 
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