Shortall latest rider to move across the Irish Sea

Road To Riches: winning the 2014 Galway Plate from the frontCredit: Patrick McCann

Shane Shortall is set to become stable jockey to Iain Jardine, joining the growing band of Irish riders teaming up with British connections.

Adrian Heskin, Davy Russell and Jonathan Moore will all be seen more in Britain this season, and now Shortall is joining them after formalising a burgeoning relationship with the Scottish trainer.

Winner of the Galway Plate on Road To Riches in 2014, Shortall has become a frequent flyer across the Irish Sea to partner Jardine's runners.

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Mark BoylanReporter

Published on 17 September 2016inNews

Last updated 14:52, 17 September 2016

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