John Tapp Racing

The outstanding Victorian jockey talks of the fainting spell at home that signalled his impending medical condition. James was in disbelief when Doctors explained the likely ramifications of syncope- a disorder that would be aggravated by the ravages of wasting. He talks of the support of family and friends when the inevitable decision had to be made. James talks of the offers he’s had to work for RSN 927 and the Ten Network during the Spring carnival- just what he needs at this time. The fourth generation jockey looks at the race riding dynasty from which he descends. James pays tribute to Brawny Spirit, the million dollar earner trained by his late grandfather Mick. He looks back on his original apprenticeship to his grandfather, and his brief stint with the late Max Lees at Newcastle. James remembers his very first winner and his first time in the winner’s circle on a metropolitan track. He talks of his great association with the Danny O’Brien stable with special mention of Gr 1 winners Star Witnes