Crowley extends title advantage with Kempton double

Jim Crowley has moved two clear in the race to become champion jockey

Jim Crowley extended his advantage over Silvestre de Sousa in the jockeys' standings after recording a double at Kempton on Saturday afternoon.

De Sousa, who was out of luck at Kempton, registered a winner of his own at Wolverhampton on Saturday evening to cut the deficit to two.

Crowley, who is seeking a first jockeys' title, has been cut to a best price of 8-15 with Betfred, while reigning champion De Sousa can be backed at 7-4 with Ladbrokes and Paddy Power.

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Tony McFadden

Published on 4 September 2016inNews

Last updated 09:38, 4 September 2016

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