DAVID EGAN has sealed one of the biggest jobs in racing after being appointed retained rider for Amo Racing.
Football superagent Kia Joorabchian has moved to sign the former Saudi Cup winner after splitting from Kevin Stott in September.
APEgan, who won the Saudi Cup on Mishriff, has been named Amo Racing’s No1 jockey[/caption]
Egan rode Amo’s 50-1 Mojo Star to second in the 2021 Derby and was in the saddle for his win at Newbury later that year.
The son of veteran jockey John, he has signed a two-year deal, ending his time riding for Roger Varian.
Joorabchian said: “I am very pleased to announce David as our first jockey.
“We have had a brilliant ongoing relationship over the years and used David consistently on our horses, going back to Mojo Star’s brilliant second in the Derby.
“We now feel it’s the perfect time to consolidate our team and having David on board will be a valuable addition.
“David is a talented, ambitious jockey with experience at the top of the sport having won races of the highest calibre all over the world, and growing up as Roger Varian’s stable jockey has given him invaluable experience and maturity.
“Aware of the size of our organisation, we must implement systems to ensure longevity and I have tremendous confidence in this decision.
“Having David on board for the next two years will help us develop long-term stability as a team.”
Egan, 24, said: “I am delighted to have signed a two-year contract with Amo Racing.
“I’d like to take this opportunity to thank Roger, Hanako and all the Varian Stable team.
“They have been like family to me since I first started racing and I’d just like to thank them for their friendship and support over the last seven years.
“I am very excited about the new challenge ahead and I look forward to being part of the Amo Racing team.”