Ernie Johnson (jockey) 1979, 49 in 1980, 29 in 1981, 46 in 1982, to 27 in 1983. In the 1980 Epsom Oaks, Johnson rode The Dancer, on whom he had won a race at Newbury as a 2 year old, for Major Dick Hern. Hern's stable jockey, Willie Carson, also had the choice of Cheshire Oaks winner Shoot A Line and Musidora Stakes winner Bireme. He elected to ride Bireme, who won by 2 lengths from Vielle, with The Dancer in 3rd. Johnson made much of the running until two furlongs out and was possibly a shade unlucky - The Dancer was partially
Jack Mitchell (jockey) Jack Mitchell (jockey) Jack Mitchell (aged 21) is a Jockey from Epsom, Surrey who has received significant media coverage as an up-and-coming jockey, especially after his victory in the 2010 Derby Dash at The Derby. His father, Phillip Mitchell, is a well known former jockey and horse trainer and owner. He was taught to ride by his mother, Patricia. Jack Mitchell's father, Phillip Mitchell is a well known trainer within the racing community, who had a considerable career as a jockey. Living on Epsom Downs, practically on The Derby racecourse, the family has produced multiple notable jockeys, going as far