Jody McGarvey
Jody McGarvey (born 14 November 1990) is a retired Irish jockey who competed in National Hunt racing. McGarvey rode the winners of 173 races in a career which began in 2012 and ended with his retirement after riding at Punchestown on 1 May 2025. He was particularly associated with horses owned by J. P. McManus, for whom he rode the winners of three Grade 1 races.[1][2]
Major wins
- Ryanair Novice Chase - (1) Great Field (2017)
- Mares Novice Hurdle Championship Final - (1) Skyace (2021)
- Underwriting Exchange Gold Cup Novice Chase - (1) Janidil (2021)
- Drinmore Novice Chase - (1) I Am Maximus (2023)
References
- ^ Forristal, Richard (1 May 2025). "Grade 1-winning jockey Jody McGarvey announces retirement after Punchestown ride". Racing Post.
- ^ "Jockey profile: Jody McGarvey". Horse Racing Ireland. Retrieved 1 May 2025.