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Jack Quinlan, who rode the race pony "Gemini" to several victories, notably the first ever pony race at Newmarket, has won his first point to point race. Jack who was born at "Longwood House" in the village, is the eldest son of Jo and Noel Quinlan who were married here at St Margaret's Church, and went on to train point to pointers out of Church Farm, before the houses were built there.
Jack's winner was on December 28th, at Cottenham, where, ironically, he rode Gemini to his first victory. Not only was this his first win, but also his first ever attempt at the game. His horse "The Railwayman" is more experienced, but was nevertheless piloted expertly by Jack to win comfortably.
Jack was interviewed on both occasions by our local commentator, James Crisp we compared photographs of both events, and realized how tall Jack has grown since his win on Gemini in 2004, as he now is eye level with James, who had to bend down to interview him after the pony race!
Let's hope for many more winners from Jack and Jo Quinlan's Newmarket yard of point to pointers.
(Published 08 February 2010)
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