A true giant of the sport: how Geraghty's achievements measure up

Barry and Paula Geraghty with the Champion HurdleCheltenham 10.3.20 Pic: Edward Whitaker

Barry Geraghty with wife Paula after winning this year's Champion Hurdle on EpatanteCredit: Edward Whitaker

Barry Geraghty was a true giant of the sport, and only three jump jockeys have ever won more races in their careers.

He scored 1,920 victories in Ireland (1,252) and Britain (668) combined. Among jump jockeys, only Sir Anthony McCoy (4,348), Richard Johnson (3,749 so far) and Ruby Walsh (2,756) have won more.

Based on wins in Ireland alone, he ranks fourth behind Walsh, Davy Russell and Paul Carberry.

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John RandallRacing statistician

Published on 12 July 2020inIreland

Last updated 19:42, 12 July 2020

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