The Irishman was instantly recognisable to generations of punters through his habit of bouncing in the saddle in a close finish as a means of driving his mount forwardsPat Eddery carved out one of the grand careers in race-riding through the use of one of the most unusual styles in the saddle that has been seen in contemporary times. The Irishman,who has died aged 63 following a long illness, was instantly recognisable to generations of punters through his habit of bouncing in the saddle in a close finish as a means of driving his mount forwards. Related: Pat Eddery, or 11 times champion jockey,dies aged 63 Continue reading...
Source: theguardian.com