'I was right behind the Bayern goal where it all happened'

The legendary jumps jockey on his favourite Manchester United moments

Ruby Walsh with former Manchester United manager Sir Alex FergusonCredit: Edward Whitaker

Sir Alex Ferguson signs/stays

I think United’s standout moment is signing Sir Alex Ferguson. Whatever players they signed, it couldn’t beat signing Sir Alex.

During his tenure, the biggest moment was the U-turn in 2002 when he decided not to retire.

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Mark BoylanReporter

Published on 11 August 2017inFeatures

Last updated 13:50, 11 August 2017

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