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Old 05-11-2011, 11:15 PM
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Jockeys learn life skills on their own

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...does racing take any preventive steps to help educate these suddenly independent, wealthy young jockeys on how to deal with the temptations that are found around the racetrack? 



In a word, no, especially when compared to other sports.

 Jockeys are left to learn life skills on their own.
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