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'I'm feeling good and can't wait to be back' - Marco Ghiani raring to go after six-month cocaine ban

Marco Ghiani: stood down by the BHA from two intended rides at Brighton
Marco Ghiani: will ride for owner Peter Harris this yearCredit: Edward Whitaker

Marco Ghiani has declared himself “ready” to restart his riding career and the jockey is set to return to the saddle next week after serving a six-month cocaine ban.

A former champion apprentice on the Flat and on the all-weather, Ghiani, has been absent from the track since being stood down before he was due to ride at Brighton in September.

The 24-year-old has continued to ride out in Newmarket in an effort to keep sharp and rebuild trust with trainers and owners, a move that has been rewarded with the jockey signed up to ride on a retainer by billionaire owner Peter Harris.

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Peter ScargillDeputy industry editor

Published on 28 February 2023inBritain

Last updated 20:22, 28 February 2023

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