Uploaded February 2025 | Updated September 2026, 2 hours ago

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In the second episode of our new David Power Jockeys' Cup podcast series, host Niall Hannity is joined by Jonjo O'Neill Jnr, as we find out his story so far.

They talk all things from career progression, becoming a Grade 1 winner, training at the stunning Jackdaws Castle, before telling us what it's really like to work with your family day in day out, with some Festival thoughts thrown in too on the stars at home!

00:00 Jonjo's thoughts on the Jockeys' Cup
03:12 Growing up in racing and fond memories with his Dad
08:17 Interest in Rugby but racing was Jonjo's future
10:17 Early stages of becoming a jockey
12:17 Gaining crucial experience and the need to compete
13:50 Training at the stunning Jackdaws Castle yard
15:27 Teaming up with Native River and opportunities with the Tizzards
18:17 Jonjo's breakthrough Grade 1 victory
19:25 What's a normal week, and how is it working with family?
22:49 Talking Spring hopes for Cheltenham and Aintree
28:46 Meet Vinnie, Jonjo's Sausage Dog!