3. Billy Loughnane
Few young jockeys have made such an immediate impact as Billy.
Despite only having his first ride in October, he took racing by storm during the winter months. A star of the pony racing circuit, the teenager has looked a natural race rider with talents way beyond his limited experience.
The son of trainer Mark Loughnane rattled up 41 winners to run away with the All-Weather Championships apprentice title. Incredibly, his total was the sixth highest of any rider. After a spell working in America, he has picked up where he left off.
Heading into the summer he is certain to be in huge demand, not only in the big handicaps where his diminishing weight claim will be invaluable, but seven days a week