The Cock O’ The North title is awarded to the jockey with the most amount of winners in Flat races at Northern-based racecourses, with Curtis winning the prize after securing 70 victories.

In a thrilling end to the competition, Curtis’ win aboard Tipperary Tiger at Doncaster moved him clear of rivals Daniel Tudhope (68) and Kevin Stott (67) who finish second and third respectively.

On winning the title, Ben Curtis said: “It’s fantastic to come out on top, it has created some enjoyable competitiveness between the three of us, so it is great to win it. There are so many fantastic northern based jockeys at the moment, so its not an easy thing to win, but I would like to thank all the trainers and owners that have supported me throughout the season.”

The 31-year-old has enjoyed a terrific campaign at Northern racecourses, with the win aboard Tipperary Tiger marking his fifth success at Doncaster. He has also secured double-figures at Newcastle (28) and Pontefract (12).

Amongst his 70 victories at Northern tracks, Curtis claimed two Group 3 races within two days at Newcastle. Firstly, with Dubai Station in the Betway Pavilion Stakes on Thursday 4^th June, and then with Nayef Road in the Betway Sagaro Stakes on Saturday 6^th June.

All the training in lockdown paid off…

The wait is over!! 7 rides tomorrow to get the season underway 🙌🏼🏇🏽 #IAMREADY #BC #RacingReturns pic.twitter.com/QX6dP7S2kS

— Ben Curtis (@_benacurtis) May 31, 2020