UPS and downs are a constant thread in the life of a jockey. While admired in general for their bravery and skill in that highly dangerous profession, they are nonetheless scrutinised more than any others within the sport.

The top jockeys do well, though they are far from cushioned from criticism. The adage that you are ‘only as good as your last winner’ is closer to the bone for these fearless pilots than for people in most other walks of life.