Keane Juddmonte Retained Rider | Racing News
- Juddmonte has appointed Colin Keane, a six-time Irish champion jockey, as its retained rider, effective promptly.
- Keane recently piloted John and Thady Gosden's Field Of Gold to victory in the Irish 2,000 Guineas, stepping in for Kieran Shoemark.
- Under his new contract, Keane will partner Juddmonte horses trained across Britain, Ireland, and France.
Colin Keane, a six-time Irish champion jockey, has been named Juddmonte’s retained rider, a move poised to amplify the racing powerhouse’s success. This appointment means Keane will now ride Juddmonte-owned horses in critical races across Britain, ireland, and France, a crucial strategic shift. This includes prestigious events like Royal Ascot, where he is slated to pilot Lead Artist and Field Of Gold. Keane’s proven winning record, highlighted by his recent victory with Field Of Gold in the Irish 2,000 Guineas, made him an ideal choice. News Directory 3 is keen to see how this dedicated partnership will unfold. What major victories are on the horizon for Juddmonte with Keane in the saddle? Discover what’s next.
Colin Keane Named Juddmonte Retained Rider
Updated June 09, 2025
Juddmonte has appointed Colin Keane, a six-time Irish champion jockey, as its retained rider, effective promptly. This strategic move aims to enhance Juddmonte’s racing consistency and success.
Keane recently piloted John and Thady Gosden’s Field Of Gold to victory in the Irish 2,000 Guineas, stepping in for Kieran Shoemark. His success with Juddmonte horses made him a natural choice for the retained position.
Under his new contract, Keane will partner Juddmonte horses trained across Britain, Ireland, and France. This includes high-profile rides at Royal Ascot, such as Lead Artist in the Queen anne, Field Of Gold in the St James’s Palace Stakes, and Babouche in the Commonwealth Cup. The appointment underscores Juddmonte’s commitment to securing top talent for their racing endeavors.
I have grown up watching thes famous colours carried to many victories in all the top races around the globe so it’s very special for me to be asked to ride as first jockey for Juddmonte.
— Colin Keane
Douglas Erskine Crum, Juddmonte’s chief executive, emphasized the benefits of having a dedicated jockey. he noted that Keane shares Juddmonte’s values and is considered one of the most talented riders of his generation. The decision marks a return to a more structured approach after working with various jockeys in recent years.
We have decided that the time has now come to revert to the security and consistency which comes from having a single jockey retainer relationship. We are delighted that Colin Keane has committed himself to Juddmonte.
— Douglas Erskine crum, Juddmonte’s chief executive
What’s next
Keane anticipates working with leading trainers in Ireland, England, and France. Tony Hind will manage his UK rides, continuing a long-standing relationship with Juddmonte through Richard Hughes and Ryan Moore. The partnership aims to achieve significant success on the global racing stage.