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Velazquez Stepping Down as Chairman of the Jockeys' Guild
Johnny Velazquez, who has served as Chairman of the Jockeys' Guild for more than 20 years and as Co-Chair with Mike Smith since 2018, will be stepping down from that role, the organization announced Thursday. The members have elected Smith and Javier Castellano as Co-Chairs; Joe Bravo, James Flores, and Julien Leparoux as Co-Vice Chairs; Tyler Gaffalione as Secretary; and Julien Leparoux as Treasurer. In addition, Alex Birzer, James Graham, Rodn…
John Velazquez steps down as Jockey Guild co-chair
Hall of Fame jockey John Velazquez is stepping down as co-chair of the Jockeys Guild. The announcement was made at the guild's annual assembly Tuesday. Velazquez served as chairman of the guild for more than 20 years and as co-chair with Mike Smith since 2018. He will remain actively involved with the guild as a board member. “There are absolutely no words to adequately recognize Johnny Velazquez and all that he has done,” Smith said. “On beha…
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