Yutaka Take

Japanese jockey, Triple Crown winner

Yutaka Take - Japanese jockey, Triple Crown winner
Born

March 15th, 1969
56 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Japan

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Started horse racing career in 1987 and became a prominent jockey in Japan. Achieved significant success in Japanese horse racing, including numerous wins in major races. Won the prestigious Japan Cup multiple times and the Japan Derby. His contributions to the sport have influenced the next generation of jockeys.

Won the Japan Derby multiple times

Claimed victory in the Japan Cup several times

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