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Now, i will start this by apologising to the females viewing this thread hoping to see jockeys in nothing but underwear.

It's a fairly new feature from the Racing Post, which is usually quite fin to read, so i thought i'd post the ones done by the more popular jockeys so far.

Eddie Ahern

by Racing Post staff
Age 29

Marital status Married to Diane with two sons, Conor and Niall

Licensed since First winner in 1993

Retainer Freelance, but most of my rides are for John Dunlop and John Hills

Lives Lidgate, near Newmarket

Drives BMW 6 series

Agent Terry Norman

What's your perfect night in, and your perfect night out? A good night in involves some kind of takeaway, either Indian or Chinese, and a good film. My all-time favourite film is Legends Of The Fall, starring Brad Pitt and Anthony Hopkins. A perfect night out would be catching up with friends in London. Diane and I would go with a few others to a restaurant like Nobu, the Japanese place I like a lot, and then we'd all go for a few drinks afterwards.

You've picked up a two-day suspension – what are you going to do to entertain yourself? Any time off is usually spent with the kids and Diane. Saying that, there's always something around the house and garden that needs fixing, or a rail in the paddock, and I love doing DIY. I've got all the tools, electric drill, saw and even a handyman tool belt.

What's your favourite holiday destination? Last winter, the whole family went for the best holiday to Barbados with Darryll Holland. We spent the days on the beach or by the pool, had a sleep in the afternoon, and then went out for dinner and a drink in the evening.

Who'd be your ideal three companions for the long drive to Musselburgh? Firstly, I'd take my parents, simply because I just don't get to see enough of them. The third person would be a good friend of mine, Russell Trew, for his sense of humour. He'd definitely keep us well entertained all the way.

What CDs would you keep in the glove compartment for when the conversation dries up? At the moment I'm listening to the latest Smash Hits – I like all the up-to-date music and now have quite a few. I'm also listening to Bob Marley and The Beautiful South.

Who are your biggest heroes – in and out of racing? In racing, Mick Kinane, simply because he really is the best jockey around. Outside racing, I would have to say my Dad. He is a family man who has given everything up for his kids. When I was young I really looked up to him and know I wouldn't be where I am now without him. He has taught me so much and I owe him everything.

What things excite you - and what do you find a turn off? Buying Diane good sexy underwear turns me on (as well as taking it off!). What turns me off? In a woman, or anything? Generally it would have to be bad, slow drivers.

What's the funniest thing that ever happened to you in the course of your work? I was in the sauna before racing one day and had ten minutes to lose half a pound. There was an apprentice in there too and he was bone dry, he hadn't even broken sweat. So I told him to “Give it a splash”, expecting him to throw water on the coals. Instead, he picked up the bucket of water and threw the entire thing straight over me!

If you could change one thing in racing, what would it be? Quite simply, prize-money.

If you hadn't been a jockey, what would you like to have done? I think I would have joined the equine division of the armyand taken up showjumping. Otherwise, I think I would have been a farmer.

Do you ever read the Betfair forum? No, I honestly can't use a computer. But even if I could, I still wouldn't read it.

What's the daftest question you've ever been asked by a journalist?
I was standing outside the weighing room, in my colours ready to ride, and someone came up to me and said: “Are you a jockey?” (NoChance comment: that was Crisford, apparently)

What are the best and worst rides you have ever given a horse? The worst was at Lingfield. I went for home a lap too soon. I thought I was riding in a 6f race, but it turned out it was over 2m. I pulled my mount up and all the other jockeys went by laughing. The best was aboard Forever Phoenix for trainer Robin Cowell. It was in the International Stakes in Dubai. We were last in a big field and then got a great run up the inner to win by a short head. It was a great feeling.

What's the biggest regret of your career? don't think I have any regrets. I've made plenty of mistakes for sure, but I've learned from them and moved on.