Wiltshire-based Joe Leavy faces a bit of a hurdle as the Champion Apprentice Jockey title goes down to the wire.

The 19-year-old is currently in second place with 36 wins, just four behind the leader, Sean D Bowen, 18, who has 40 wins.

Kaiya Fraser is also in the fight after his first treble in Ayr yesterday, and is just four wins behind Leavy.

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There is just over a week left of the 2024 Flat Jockeys' Championship, with the contest still open leading into the finale at British Champions Day at Ascot on Saturday (October 19).

Leavy said: "I have had a great year and have been lucky enough to ride winners for a lot of great people.

"However, it has also been tough as I had a big ban, and I had the challenge of coming from 14 wins behind Sean.

"It has been a road of ups and downs, so it has been enjoyable and stressful at the same time as it is everyone’s dream to become Champion Apprentice.

"It is surreal to be in the position I am in today as it is something I had always hoped for, but I never thought I would be at the stage I am now.

"It has been a good year and it’s not over yet, there is still over a week to go, so hopefully I can keep climbing."

Leavy burst into the title race, riding 15 winners in August, including a Lingfield double, and continued his hot streak into September with winners at Brighton and Goodwood on consecutive days.

His boss, Richard Hannon, who has helped the likes of Ryan Moore and Tom Marquand become Champion Jockey, has been a key influence, providing him with rides and opportunities in the title race.

Bowen, originally from Ireland, has had great success this season.

At just 18 years old, he has established himself as a talented Apprentice Flat jockey with a bright future.

Bowen won an Apprentice race at Doncaster in March on only his second ride since relocating to Britain, and has maintained his momentum throughout the season.

He has caught the eye of several top trainers, including William Haggas, Mick Appleby, and Michael Bell, who have all been quick to use the young rider.

To find out more about the Flat Jockeys’ Championships, visit www.greatbritishracing.com.