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Latest, Nov 1, 2026: Puerto Rican Jockey José Luis Ortiz Wins Twice at Breeders' Cup After a Fall, Stays in Title Race
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November
Puerto Rican Jockey José Luis Ortiz Wins Twice at Breeders’ Cup After a Fall, Stays in Title Race
via El Nuevo Día
Puerto Rican jockey José Luis Ortiz overcame a fall on Friday to close the Breeders' Cup with two victories and remain in the race for the lead in U.S. horse racing's jockey earnings statistics.
October
Seven Puerto Rican Jockeys Head to Breeders’ Cup 2026 with History in Reach
via El Nuevo Día
The Breeders' Cup, to be run this Friday and Saturday, carries major weight for Puerto Rican jockey José Luis Ortiz's bid to finish first in the United States money-earning standings.
Jockey Irad Ortiz Jr. Breaks Ankle in Keeneland Fall, Will Have Surgery and Miss Breeders’ Cup
via El Nuevo Día
Puerto Rican jockey Irad Ortiz Jr. fractured his left ankle on Thursday when he fell off his mount during the ninth race at Keeneland racetrack in Kentucky, and will undergo surgery that keeps him out of competition indefinitely.
Who is involved
- Irad Ortiz Jr.Person3 of 3
- José Luis OrtizPerson2 of 3
- John VelázquezPerson2 of 3
- Manuel FrancoPerson1 of 3
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