Daryl Jacob: Being a Jockey - full documentary

Go behind the scenes of racing as Grand National winner Daryl Jacob provides a unique insight into life as a professional jump jockey. Looking back on a career of highs and lows the Sky Bet ambassador reveals the personal heartbreak which has inspired him to keep “chasing the dream”.
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[@mirnatheophanous2513]

An amazing guy. Very kind gentleman. Angelos and the entire family are very touched by his kindness to look after kids with severe sickness and show them around and explain the sports to them. Very inspirational. Go Go Go Darryl.

[@jimmymalone9139]

Hes a caic

[@alistairmccausland1580]

What a fantastic jockey Daryl Jacob is. I have been watching racing for over 55 years and I can tell you he must be one of the best tactically aware race riding jockeys around in the business today, a true professional class act. If I was lucky enough to own a string of racehorses Daryl would be offered the chance to ride for me...I hope your future is blessed with winners all the very best to you & your beautiful understanding family. What a great documentary production by Sporting Life...

[@michaelskoufis9978]

w

[@Equestriantoday]

Yes!

[@NienkeJoe]

I have a horse that raced these races. He turned 6 years old a couple of days ago. When he was 5, he was done. Never won a race and fell the last race. He is traumatized. When I got him, he was scared, turned inside himself and he didn't want to have anything to do with any human. After a couple weeks he trusted me and I could brush him and lunge him. Now we ride him too. He likes jumping. He is fast too. But he is not strong enough yet. He was extremely skinny when I bought him. 150 kilos underweight. That is massive. Now we feed him lots of good hay, senior soaked food and bix. He is getting on weight and muscle. I don't like horse racing. The accidents are horrible, for both horses and humans. The training can be so cruel. It is nice to see this man, who is really nice for the horses. I wish they were all like him. I watch this so I know what my horse has done and been through. It gives me more understanding of what he can and what he knows. He likes jumping and gallopping. But he also likes dressage. So for me it is figuring out what he likes to do and what he can do. It is a lovely journey with tears, blood and sweat. But I know that in the end he will be awesome! He is the sweetest horse I've ever met. Well behaved, well raised and so gentle. Not mean or nasty. A horse you can trust. And for a thoroughbred he is very calm and patient. Although he is getting more and more feisty now he is getting good food and better muscles. Next year he will be ready for some competition, whatever it will be.

[@jameypricephoto]

Not every horse wants to be a race horse. But not all racing is bad. Watching ONE documentary doesnt help you understand a sport. Let me know if you want to go see a racing yard/stable. No one is abusing these horses. There are bad apples in the racing world, like all sports and businesses.

[@lisadaniels6020]

GREAT FOR YOU!!! I love people who retrain these racehorses for another career. Good job!!!❤️

[@daniel_moretti]

God bless you for taking care of that horse ❤🐎

[@conor7187]

Seeing his kids cheering him on.. just puts it all in perspective doesn't it. The highs are really high, the lows are so low.

[@catrionagarde4410]

Yes I 've always really loved the sport but the lows are the reason I never got into it.

[@lisadaniels6020]

The lows are devestating. I was married to a jockey for almost 30 years. It was amazing how it was ME that would get sad and frustrated FOR HIM while he remained rock solid and steady. Watching him ride a horse from forst race to MANY WINS and hearing him tell me he was taken off for no other reason other than trainers and owners do this when the horse becomes a world beater. It’s a TOUGH TOUGH LIFE and there are way tooooo many jocks who end up mentally and physically broken. There definitely needs to be mental health care for these men and women. So many suicides among jockeys. It’s really sad.

[@raymondhummel5211]

This video makes you really appreciate what a jockey goes through in their career. Thank you for sharing it with all of us!

[@Heavens-Humanaterian-Army]

Why surport the slaughter of millions of beautiful horses being feed to racing dogs...get rid of all animal racing.

[@olicornworld2519]

⁠@@Heavens-Humanaterian-ArmyWhy talk such nonsense Most retired race horses go to riding schools or end up being pets these horses live a better life than most people

[@user1.8.2.]

That first horse has a GORGEOUS head & face...

[@KnawedOne]

Thank you Daryl for sharing this. Enjoyed this very much.

[@bhaktaanthony9586]

These Jockey documentaries are gold dust, Fascinating insight to the lives of amazing people competing in such a tough game. Wish you all the best for the future, Daryl. You`r a true gentleman and an inspiration to lots of people.

[@ianoian1]

I've been following horse racing for many years and all I can say is this, I have nothing but utter respect for all those jockeys, especially the jump jockeys. These guys/girls put their lives on the line every time they enter the race. And yet we have those others at the other end of the spectrum: over-paid, pathetic sportsmen: footballers!! Great documentary. Daryl is one hell of a jockey!!

[@adambeckett7000]

Although I agree with you, you can't blame footballers 😂 owners of clubs pay the footballers. Should they just decline the high wage?

[@andrewr4189]

Takes no skill at all

[@riconzerah]

My grandfather rode in 1919 Grand National ( earlier ones as well- and maybe later) Spink Walkington.

[@johnpage9566]

Daryl you are a star! Like Francome you sit still like a cat and only move when needed to. Kieran is proud of you and your wife is a star also, as you know. So stop pressuring yourself so much and smell the roses. Glad you have a great family and solid mates. I am certainly a massive fan. Keep safe and enjoy it, best wishes, John Page.

[@martin7955]

These men and women are unreal great sports pepole

[@juliehope9253]

Conman & wonman & just try beat bookies they stop you ? Ha

[@chrizzytrouble3011]

Sports people maybe, but without horsemanship

[@danieljack3784]

@@chrizzytrouble3011 no no

[@danieljack3784]

@@juliehope9253 jii

[@danieljack3784]

@@chrizzytrouble3011 him bibiiiiiiiiiiiiiiniiiii iiiiiiiiii oi

[@marky30]

Delighted i came across this documentary great jockey and great insight into the sport .

[@motato8816]

Watched this great watch people sometimes do not realise the dedication jockeys need it is not just a job but a a vocation and so commitment I have some much respect, also the stable staff grooms they are there before we even leave our beds I love racing so much it has helped me so much over many a year so privileged to watch these beautiful animals such a big part of my life, thank you.x

[@Eleventhearlofmars]

Not many jobs where you have an ambulance and paramedic following you around, jump racing is not for the faint of heart. Most top jump jockeys will break a lot of bones in their bodies through a career.

[@thomasbalfe1492]

Can't remember this man having a bad ride. Great jockey and after watching this, a great man too

[@marksheridan1134]

Great enjoyed that,jump jockeys are very brave very open and honest

[@gerickson9552]

Beautifully produced! Thank you so much! Best wishes for a speedy recovery for Daryl’s most recent injury. All the best to him and his beautiful family.

[@warriorb6733]

Excellent watch👏

[@dwaynem8855]

Such a gent, he should feel proud for all his hard work and achievements. He was always a class jockey before winning the National.....come to Killarney for golf ;-)

[@paulnolan6527]

Great video Daryl!

[@glossalth]

Top bloke for me . Can only wish him the very best in the future

[@moulinyan]

him in the double green was one of the first combos that caught my eye 6-7 years ago, legends.

[@diggascryptoawarenessdownu7246]

Just an awesome doco into the life of not just a jockey but a jumps jockey..I rode in flat races in Australia, i never considered the hurdles after I got to big. Hat's off to you my friend 🎉

[@senseiquickbooks4588]

Im glad you have subtitles... I could never understand what theyre saying with the accent. Ty

[@NextFlicks]

Great insight into horse racing - thanks!

[@kaydewinter3588]

Thankyou ,a beautiful documentary

[@Equestriantoday]

Amazing documentary!!! Gotta love all kinds of jockeys

[@cww7855]

Fantastic watch, very interesting to see the day to day life.

[@troywales983]

made the hairs on the back of my neck stand up .took me back to my time ,loved every minute of it ,

[@veronicafall8626]

Awesome. Discovered a world I didn't know. Well done Darly. You are an amazing guy.

[@blueknight6645]

Loved watching jacobs i wish you all the luck

[@sidleicester2775]

Wonderful film to watch and a fantastic jockey and gentlemen he is keep going Daryl ur doing a fantastic job

[@Jordan88812]

Awesome video thanks alot for making this!

[@patwoods6487]

Great insight into a life of a national hunt jockey.

[@vey9821]

Fairplay to you Daryl Jacob. Contributed endlessly to Irish and British racing. No doubt you’ve inspired many to take up Jockeying

[@superblanch15]

Absolutely brilliant documentary,very down to earth guy wishing Daryl even more success on the big stage Rip kieran Kelly

[@archiesracing8728]

Great documentary more like this please. Class bit of documentary making.

[@davidtelfer9029]

Amazing insight into what these amazing athletes go through. Their highs lows & sheer determination is just awesome & the love they have for their sport & the horses just brings a roller coaster of emotions. Fantastic documentary, good luck & best (& safe) wishes for the future Daryl, thank you.

[@alexcc94]

Great documentary great guy

[@marcusdaly7438]

Brilliant! Superb jockey 🏇

[@James-lm6wt]

Great watch Seems a good guy does Daryl Jacob wish him luck

[@septemberquest6393]

When I was younger,I wanted to become a great jockey...and I admired these great ,powerful athletes so much...its man and horse in extreme contention...such a powerful sport in all degrees..they all demand respect in what they do...Jacobs, Dettori,Pigott, Shoemaker, Cruguet,Cordero,Pincay,Day,Velasquez, Baeza,the mighty Acaro,..so many...these guys are my heroes. 🐴🐴🐴🐎🐎🐎🏇🏇🏇

[@lysanne6214]

Great connection? o PLEASE

[@tomstyizpeceept2370]

Enjoyed that - very good

[@DavidRedfearn]

What a great man.

[@kevinlimebeer2976]

This is a great documentary

[@MM-dh5ze]

Brilliant documentary on all levels. Should appeal to a wider audience outside our bubble.

[@d3eztrickz]

I'm an american who recently became interested in horse racing. All of my exposure is to flat racing. This was an excellent documentary and I learned a lot :D

[@r-leanmygirl-gj2kt]

If thoroughbred racing and those that partake in it interest you, you might enjoy First Mount, a short novelette that I read recently about a young jockey’s travails at making the weight to get his first ride and what he’s willing to endure to get it.

[@MM-dh5ze]

@@r-leanmygirl-gj2kt Thank you, where did you find the book, do you have the author’s name?

[@r-leanmygirl-gj2kt]

@@MM-dh5ze Paul Bovino. I've read several pieces by him and one novel. I think you'll be moved by this short book.

[@milozach1]

Great perspective. Very very difficult job. Best of luck to Daryl Jacob and everyone working as or wishing to become a jockey. I was there at Aintree when Neptune Collonges won the National. As much as I love the race, I vowed never to return to watch this race at the course. Too many chavs. Honestly made me feel sick when the crowd cheered when Synchronised (RIP) came down heavily.

[@tonygarforth539]

daryl would be my jockey if i could ever afford to own a racehorse one of the best at reading the pace of a race never in a million years would anyone else have one on neptune collonges

[@conbaz106]

this was class

[@luannsutton3540]

Loved it. Thank you for posting.

[@deletebilderberg]

NH jockeys are the bravest of the brave. ROCK STARS.

[@johnjohnnyjohnson9987]

TBH They're not!

[@fluffypotatoes6882]

Then you try galloping 35 mph on a animal with a mind of its own that is 10x bigger than you that can kill you in seconds, you absolutely have never ridden a horse in your life.

[@frankconway6760]

Great documentary keep up the good work Daryl you're doing well !

[@andrewbrewer3580]

Great documentary, I know all the highs and lows. My 16 year old son is an apprentice jockey in South Africa

[@sbu4294]

Andrew Brewer , Is your son at the South African Jockey Academy?

[@andrewclancy1825]

@youtube the amount of ads I was forced to watch during this video totally ruined it for me

[@beckywelsh9460]

A real good jockey glad to see him do well

[@stephenbeardwood1640]

a tough game and a very honest dedicated guy

[@mickhedger9625]

Followed racing all my life in Australia That would have to be one of the best racing documentaries I have ever seen Superb script and photography with empathy to the tough racing game Brilliant

[@r-leanmygirl-gj2kt]

If thoroughbred racing and those that partake in it interest you, you might enjoy First Mount, a short novelette that I read recently about a young jockey’s travails at making the weight to get his first ride and what he’s willing to endure to get it.

[@louisejordan2801]

Great documentary 🤩 thank you 🙏 I was riding with him all the way, good luck with whatever you do in the future 👌👍👏🤞

[@trace8153]

amazing story and life

[@jimelements7472]

Great documentary, the 18 people who have disliked this must have backed Sunnyhillboy!

[@natwestrowleymile]

Great comment 😂

[@Sadie524]

25!

[@rachelcarre06]

I backed sunny hill boy but I still liked it

[@luannsutton3540]

🤣😂

[@bartonbank2531]

Or mite bite in the feltham

[@kevinlimebeer2976]

Horse racing is a awesome sport I love Watching it

[@septemberquest6393]

The sport of kings.🏇🏇🏇

[@deardiary8292]

And queens tbh a lot of historical princesses and queens ride horses and practice jockey

[@bpfromowc]

“£187 per ride” is a slap in the face.

[@rachaeldavie4215]

I'm backing Kildisart for the Grand National Daryl. I've always had faith in you. Great jockie. And your honesty shines through. NON RUNNER.

[@archiesracing8728]

I wish the conditional was here still, is my favourite horse. Il back kildsart in grand national now for this. Good luck pal

[@rachaeldavie4215]

@@archiesracing8728 the conditional is a cracking horse. Though Kildisart chased him home an nearly nabbed the conditional on the line :) good luck.

[@archiesracing8728]

@@rachaeldavie4215 yes that race at Cheltenham was amazing and both horses gave there heart. I believed the conditional deserved to win but that my opinion. Well up the grand national now and i hope you lots of luck and a blessed day Plus i agree The Conditional was a cracking horse RIP

[@rachaeldavie4215]

@@archiesracing8728 youve just broken my heart, I had no idea that the conditional was dead. Do you by any chance remember a brave flat horse named beat the bank? It ran so hard and fast on fast ground, it fractured the bones in its body and had to be put to sleep :( that was sad too.

[@eRaPLaToooN]

Can’t find this horse listed on antepost

[@dreg7825]

Good luck for the future DJ.

[@craigmiller2935]

What an absolute LEGEND!! Top man Daryl 💪👏👏👏👏👏

[@oneotvallhorseliveraces9039]

Absolutely brilliant documentary

[@sundayracing5231]

This is a great watch. Well done. Really enjoyed it.

[@boatman222345]

Great jockey! And easily the best documentary on horse racing I've ever watched!

[@alexbrown6624]

I wanted to be a jockey and worked in a stable ,it is not what most people think shovelling shit and cleaning tack then putting up with posh twats ? I was glad l got heavy and gave it up but for those who stick at it l admire there guts ,determination and professionalism! Best Wishes Stay Safe and hope you win the National !

[@MrMoxicon]

A brilliant documentary - perhaps the best I've seen about horse-racing. Well done to all.

[@OzzyMtz]

Respect 🙏

[@db0800]

Top pilot. One of the best around. Very intelligent rider.

[@catrionagarde4410]

Aaah, the accent! 😍

[@slimgooner2595]

Lovely man I hope you every success and injury free 🐎

[@user-nh3ob4so4w]

Top man best wishes

[@lewdubspersonalbest9070]

Superb production. Stoked more of an interest in jumps racing for me and the realisation that I don't place enough importance on which jockey is riding a horse.

[@mrquiff123]

Superb jockey . Stylish and gives it all

[@sfoster4874]

This jockey rides beautifully! His heart is TOTALLY into his "work" which is his love. May God protect and fortune smile on him always : )

[@Improveng1]

For someone who knows zilch about horse racing, I really enjoyed this video, thank you.

[@judithbyrne9221]

Loved this xx

[@hughmasson2200]

Excellent doc, but would've liked to have heard more about his time with Paul Nicholls and the split between them. It's a big part of the story. I imagine Sporting Life didn't want to upset the perennial champion trainer.

[@geoffreymuller4858]

Great video, loved his humility, he is a classy rider in a very competitive sport, well done Daryl.

[@tawanda8516]

Dope material

[@michaelbuchanan2900]

brilliant really enjoyed it

[@sammercer8814]

For me he is a caring jockey with the horses welfare first. But a fantastic horseman who's had a lot of bad luck. The thing is for me he doesn't get the respect due to him. I know it won't give Daryl. Uch comfort but I have won a decent amount of money from his fantastic talent in the saddle so for me my biggest respect to you D Jacob,

[@leighmerlin]

Great documentary, thanks for uploading, Neptune Collonges is my favourite all time horse , and his National win was my favourite result, and every chance of him winning again with Bristol De Mai whose the best Grey to run in it, since Neptune. Fingers crossed.

[@h7283]

Huge respect for these men and women

[@craig3420]

Very decent man..respect

[@darrellirwin8412]

I can’t tell you how much I appreciate the jockeys because I love the sport of racing, then again I love gambling. Can’t be an easy life

[@janepereira6773]

Great jockey good documentary , you need to be so mentally and incredibly physically fit to do this job, experience shows in the older jockies riding too. Wow, a tough life though.

[@jimmymalone9139]

Knob j9ckey

[@SabbirAhmed-vj5qt]

I was fan of horse racing now I’m fan of daryl

[@krisherman3513]

There was a study several years back that determined pound for pound, jockeys are the best athletes.

[@Lem8sh]

Top man Dazzler

[@jefferinokaplanerino1823]

1:01 Two different eye colors. That's so cool.

[@Everything_Animal]

I noticed that too

[@ericlakota1847]

Thease guys love what they do

[@dylan2337]

seems a great man, on to many winners

[@The_Duos667]

What about a mention for the stable staff who without there no racing they put in harder work long hours crap wages and of course the horses I worked in racing since 1984 as lad apprentice jockey and travelling headlad but he is a top class jockey that started from scratch

[@carolinebyrne4995]

and racehorses are very special horses who takes a very specail person to ride them

[@stephenwilliams2726]

A lovely smile. Loves her horse I hope she looks after him when he retires .they are a good match

[@JESS-ks3ze]

God the amount these jockeys need to go through makes me want to be one, but I feel like I would not be able to put my body up to it