Episode 234: Michael Poy

Michael expresses his delight at winning his second consecutive Melbourne junior title.   The twenty one year old talks of the enormous influence racing had on his early life. It was the main topic of conversation in the family.   Michael recalls the moment he knew he wanted to be a jockey.   He talks of early experience with the Stockdale stable and subsequent apprenticeship to Stuart Webb. He didn’t think he’d ever get to ride a racehorse.   Michael delights in telling the story about the budding superstar who gave him his first winning ride.   The young jockey talks of his exciting trip to France for the Longines Prix Future Racing Stars series.   He pays tribute to the great old horse who provided his first city win.   Michael talks of the generosity of champion jockey Craig Williams.   He acknowledges the horses who’ve helped him win two premierships.   Michael talks of his father’s influence on his career, and the reason he elected to ride under another name.   The young jockey speaks of the tragic loss of his mother Janelle earlier this year.   He looks back on his only Gr 1 ride to date, courtesy of Team Hawkes.   Michael looks at the future without his weight allowances.