Five-time Group 1-winning jockey Sam Clipperton has announced his retirement from race riding at the age of 30.
Clipperton, who famously partnered with the Joe Pride-trained Think About It to claim victory in last year’s The Everest, revealed his decision to step away from the saddle via social media on Monday.
His final ride took place on December 7 at Rosehill, where he piloted the Les Bridge-trained Scorching Legend, who finished unplaced.
In his statement, Clipperton wrote: “After 15 years of race riding, the time is now to pursue other goals, and I am excited for what is in store for the future.
“Thank you to everyone who has supported me along my journey.”
Clipperton began his career in 2010 and amassed 672 winners.
He was crowned champion apprentice in New South Wales for two consecutive seasons, 2012/13 and 2013/14, riding 61 and 81 winners, respectively.
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