Yeah I really feel sorry for him. He's taken it very well, saying he's grateful for being given the opportunity to ride the horse in each of her 7 G1 victories, but inside he must be gutted. It would be an amazing experience for any jockey to ride there.
Not sure I agree with the decision...I guess it comes down to the question of which is more important - knowledge of and relationship with the horse or experience with the track. As you said in an earlier post she's not a difficult horse to ride so I'm sure Ted will do a fine job, but I really do feel for Gavin.
