Uploaded January 2025 | Updated September 2026, 2 hours ago

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In the launch episode of our brand new David Power Jockeys' Cup podcast series, host Niall Hannity is joined by the current competition leader Harry Skelton; the first jockey to surpass the 200 points mark in the standings!

The 2020-2021 Champion Jumps jockey, who has 9 Cheltenham Festival victories to his name, talks all things from his great start to the newly formed championship, life off the track with his family and 9 month old son, his career to date, and plans for the future too.

0:00 Introduction and thoughts on the David Power Jockeys' Cup
6:24 What would Harry do if he was to win the competition?
8:40 Family life, Harry's son Rory and growing up around horses
15:31 Harry's career journey and success in the saddle
18:50 Point-to-point scene and thoughts on the future of racing
20:59 Racing through his claim and determination to become a top jockey
22:54 Upcoming plans for the stable's horses, including Grey Dawning
26:26 What horse is Harry most looking forward to at the Cheltenham Festival?
29:37 A great Festival team and aims to finish the season strongly
31:15 How does Harry deal with a bad day in the saddle?
32:57 Future plans after riding career