Sky Sports Racing ambassador Hollie Doyle delivered a seamless return to the saddle, securing a victory on her first ride back from a five-month injury lay-off. The jockey, who suffered a badly broken left leg following a fall at Bath, claimed the win aboard James Owen-trained Oxford Circus at Southwell last weekend. Doyle emphasized that her fitness levels remained high during her absence, crediting daily training sessions at Oaksey House in Lambourn for maintaining her sharpness and allowing for an immediate impact upon her return.
Racing star targets more winners at Doncaster finale before Hong Kong move
With the British Flat Season reaching its conclusion, Doyle is set to ride twice at Doncaster this Saturday, a card broadcast live on Sky Sports Racing. The former champion is focused on maximizing her win count during this final stretch of the domestic campaign before departing for the winter campaign in Hong Kong. Her primary objective is to secure a strong finish to the season, with plans to fly out for the Asian racing hub at the end of November, ensuring she remains competitive on the global stage.
Doyle’s confident statement that it “feels like I’ve never been away” underscores her rapid rehabilitation and continued form. As she previews the pick of the flat season finale, the jockey’s focus remains on converting opportunities into wins. This strategic approach highlights her determination to end the British season on a high note, leveraging her maintained fitness to contribute significantly to her trainers’ campaigns before the international transition.
Source: Sky Sports
