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Jockey Larry
Taylor Having a Solid Meet Houston, TX - Feb. 9, 2012 - Larry Taylor had a banner day on Monday, February 6 winning three races on the card. The 44- year-old rider was the leading rider at Sam Houston Race Park in 2007 and was honored as top jockey last fall at Retama Park. Riding in Texas, suits Taylor, who is happily pain-free after shoulder injuries. "I had a spill three years ago and had chronic pain in my shoulder," explained Taylor. "I could barely lift my arm above my head. Before the meet, I got some really good treatment and finally have no pain." Since 1987, Taylor has ridden over 12,000 racehorses, winning 1,464 races. His 1,000th career win took place on January 21, 2006 at Sam Houston Race Park when he guided Rare and Sixy to victory for trainer Brent Davidson. "I was so glad to win it on a horse trained by the Davidsons," said Taylor. "I go way back with Brent and Colleen; I've been riding for them since they trained Quarter Horses in Oklahoma." He credits the hard work of his agent, Toby Cathey for booking him on good horses. "I used to ride for Toby when he trained horses," said Taylor. "He has done a great job for me since taking my book in Texas." Taylor makes him home in Houston with his wife, Michelle, and their daughter, and has recently discovered another passion. "I started running and try to get 3-4 miles in everyday," said Taylor. "It's like a drug; I love it and can't stop." In addition to his prominence in Texas racing, Taylor has had many other career highlights. He won the riding title at River Downs in Ohio in 2002 and rode in the 2004 Breeders' Cup World Championships, finishing ninth aboard Gold Storm in the Breeders’ Cup Sprint. | ||
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