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| Citizenship | India |
| Born | 7 February 1985 Bangalore |
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| Country | India |
| Sport | Horse racing |
| Updated on 15 June 2017 | |
Suraj Narredu (born 7th February, 1985) is an Indian flat racing jockey, widely regarded[by whom?] as one of the most successful and accomplished riders in Indian horse racing history. Known for his exceptional consistency, tactical riding style, and international experience, Narredu has accumulated over 2400 career wins, including numerous Group races and Indian Classic victories. He is also one of the youngest jockeys to have reached 1000 career wins, achieving the feat at the age of 25. Narredu has also represented Indian racing on the international stage, riding in multiple countries including Australia, the United States, France, Dubai, Macau, Malaysia, and Mauritius.
Early Life and Career
[edit]Suraj Narredu began his professional journey in horse racing when he received his apprentice jockey's license in July 2002. A prodigious talent, he was crowned Champion Apprentice Jockey during the 2003–04 Bangalore Winter Meeting. He is a second-generation jockey, following in the footsteps of his father, Satish Narredu, a prominent figure in Indian racing. By his mid-twenties, Suraj had already made a mark on the national stage, becoming the youngest Indian jockey to ride 1000 winners.
Career Achievements
[edit]Over the course of his career, Suraj Narredu has secured more than 2400 wins, including 110 Indian Classic victories and over 250 Group races. His 100th Classic win was with Long Lease in the Calcutta Oaks. He has partnered some of the greatest Indian champions to Classic victories including Be Safe, Quasar and Star Superior to name a few from his long list of Champion partners. His accomplishments span India’s premier racing events, and he has been Champion Jockey at 27 different racing meetings across the country. Some of his most prestigious victories include: 4 Indian Derby wins, including a rare streak of 3 consecutive wins, 2 Invitation Cup titles, Indian 1000 and 2000 Guineas, and St. Leger titles. He has been recognized as the Champion Jockey of the Year for four consecutive years (2020–2023), a testament to his enduring excellence in the sport.
International Career
[edit]Driven by a desire to challenge himself in diverse racing environments, Narredu has ridden and won races across the globe. He has held jockey licenses in Australia,[1] France, Dubai and Macau.
He has also won races in Malaysia, Mauritius, the United States, and Macau, adding global acclaim to his already illustrious domestic career. One of his notable international achievements was his Group 2 victory in Macau in 2014, underscoring his ability to compete among elite jockeys worldwide. In 2016, he won the Asian Racing Federation Trophy, held in Mumbai. The event attracted top officials and participants from across Asia, further elevating his profile on the international stage.
Riding Style and Reputation
[edit]Suraj Narredu is widely respected for his composed riding style, strong finishing instinct, and strategic race positioning. His ability to deliver under pressure has made him the preferred rider for top owners and trainers across India and abroad.
Legacy
[edit]With a career spanning over two decades, Suraj Narredu continues to be a dominant force in Indian horse racing. With his ongoing success and ambition to "take his vocation to higher and better levels," Narredu continues to inspire emerging jockeys in India and beyond.
Career
[edit]| Year | Race | Horse |
|---|---|---|
| 2003 | Vijay Textiles Golconda 2000 Guineas (Gr III) | Coral Gables |
| 2004 | Golconda Oaks (Gr III) | Annapolis |
| 2005 | Deccan Bookmakers Association Fillies Trial St | Da Vinci Rose |
| 2005 | Calcutta Fillies Trial St | Sanskara |
| 2005 | K R O A Mysore 1000 Guineas (Gr III) | Bratz |
| 2005 | Calcutta Derby Trial St | Sanskara |
| 2005 | Golconda 1000 Guineas (Gr II) | Bratz |
| 2005 | Poonawalla Mysore Derby (Gr I) | Psychic Strength |
| 2006 | Poonawalla Mysore Derby (Gr I) | Super Speed |
| 2007 | Golconda 1000 Guineas (Gr II) | Ruby Queen |
| 2008 | Golconda Oaks (Gr II) | Ruby Queen |
| 2008 | Deccan Bookmakers Association Colts Trial St | Succeeding Star |
| 2008 | Calcutta Fillies Trial St 2008 | Safari |
| 2009 | Calcutta 1000 Guineas 08-09 Gr III | Safari |
| 2009 | Calcutta Colts Trial St 2009 | Credit Squeeze |
| 2009 | Fernhill's Palace Bangalore 1000 Guineas Gr II | You're So Beautiful |
| 2009 | Harvins Bangalore 2000 Guineas Gr II | Sprint Star |
| 2010 | Vijay Textiles Golconda Derby Stakes 2010 Gr I | Arabian Prince |
| 2010 | Vandrevala Foundation Indian Turf Invitation Cup (Gr I) | Becket |
| 2010 | HDIL Colts Trial St (Gr I) | Sun Kingdom |
| 2010 | HDIL Bangalore 2000 Guineas (Gr II) | Sun Kingdom |
| 2011 | Arlington Heights (Gr III) | Invisible Star |
| 2011 | Nanoli Stud Pune Derby (Gr I) | Hills and Stars |
| 2011 | Nanoli Stud Pune Derby (Gr I) | Hills and Stars |
| 2012 | Calcutta Fillies Trial St | Silverina |
| 2012 | Mysore 2000 Guineas (Gr III) | Super Storm |
| 2012 | Abaran Bangalore 2000 Guineas (Gr II) | Wind Stream |
| 2014 | Deccan Bookmakers Golconda Derby Stakes (Gr I) | Roses in Bloom |
| 2014 | Colts Championship St (Gr I) | Be Safe |
| 2014 | Kingfisher Derby Bangalore (Gr I) | Be Safe |
| 2014 | Deccan Bookmakers Fillies Championship (Gr III) | Godspeed |
| 2014 | Nanoli Stud Pune Derby (Gr I) | Quasar |
| 2014 | Calcutta 2000 Guineas (Gr II) | Quasar |
| 2014 | New Hope Indian 1000 Guineas (Gr I) | Godspeed |
| 2014 | ABV Nucleus 2000 Guineas (Gr I) | Be Safe |
| 2015 | Eveready Calcutta Derby St (Gr I) | Quasar |
| 2015 | Deccan Bookmakers Golconda Derby Stakes (Gr I) | Quasar |
| 2015 | McDowell Signature Indian Derby (Gr I) | Be Safe |
| 2015 | Deccan Colts Championship (Gr III) | Desert God |
| 2015 | Golconda 1000 Guineas (Gr II) | Intelligence |
| 2016 | Calcutta Fillies Trial St | Dysomnia |
| 2016 | Calcutta Monsoon Derby (Gr II) | Whomakestherules |
| 2016 | Calcutta 1000 Guineas (Gr III) | Silver Beauty |
| 2016 | Calcutta 2000 Guineas (Gr II) | Whomakestherules |
| 2016 | Bangalore 2000 Guineas (Gr II) | Battalion |
| 2016 | Calcutta Oaks (Gr III) | Silver Beauty |
| 2016 | South India 1000 Guineas (Gr III) | Aika Aika Aika |
| 2017 | Calcutta Fillies Trial Stakes | Windsor Forest |
| 2017 | Jayachamraja Wadiyar Golf Club Mysore 2000 Guineas (Gr II) | Castlebridge |
| 2017 | Kingfisher Ultra Pune Derby (Gr I) | Lady in Lace |
| 2017 | Mysore Derby (Gr I) | Castlebridge |
| 2017 | Golconda St Leger (Gr II) | Salazaar |
| 2017 | Golconda 1000 Guineas (Gr II) | Lady in Lace |
| 2017 | Spartan Poker Indian 1000 Guineas (Gr I) | Lady in Lace |
| 2017 | South India 2000 Guineas (Gr I) | Tutankhamun |
| 2018 | Golconda Oaks (Gr II) | Nanhipari |
| 2018 | Calcutta Derby St (Gr I) | Aggregated |
| 2018 | Deccan Bookmakers Fillies Championship St (Gr III) | Realmsoffantasy |
| 2018 | Deccan Bookmakers Colts Championship St (Gr III) | Star Superior |
| 2018 | Deccan Derby (Gr I) | Star Superior |
| 2018 | Calcutta Oaks (Gr II) | Oriana |
| 2019 | Kingfisher Ultra Indian Derby (Gr I) | Star Superior |
| 2019 | Calcutta St Leger (Gr III) | Shivansh |
| 2019 | Raghulal Mysore 1000 Guineas (Gr III) | Cosmic Ray |
| 2019 | Jayachamraja Wadiyar Golf Club Mysore 2000 Guineas (Gr III) | Northern Alliance |
| 2019 | Calcutta 1000 Guineas (Gr III) | Izzy |
| 2019 | The Golconda 1000 Guineas (Gr.2) | Paso Robles |
| 2019 | Bangalore 2000 Guineas (Gr.2) | War Hammer |
| 2020 | The Golconda Oaks (Gr.2) | Paso Robles |
| 2020 | The South India Derby Stakes (Gr.1) | Sir Supremo |
| 2020 | The Indian Champion Cup (Gr.1) | Star Superior |
| 2020 | Bangalore Derby (Gr.1) | War Hammer |
| 2020 | The Kingfisher Ultra Indian Derby (Gr.1) | War Hammer |
| 2020 | The South India 1000 Guineas (Gr.2) | Born Queen |
| 2020 | Calcutta 2000 Guineas (Gr.2) | Black Pearl |
| 2020 | Banglore St. Leger (Gr.2) | Cosmos |
| 2020 | Bangalore 2000 Guineas (Gr.2) | Lagarde |
| 2021 | The South India St. Leger (Gr.2) | Cosmos |
| 2021 | The South India Oaks (Gr.2) | Born Queen |
| 2021 | The Indian 2000 Guineas (Gr.1) | Lagarde |
| 2021 | The South India Derby Stakes (Gr.1) | Born Queen |
| 2021 | Calcutta Derby Stakes (Gr.1) | Black Pearl |
| 2021 | The HRC Golconda 2000 Guineas (Gr.2) | Ashwa Bravo |
| 2021 | The Indian Champion Cup (Gr.1) | Psychic Force |
| 2021 | The Kingfisher Ultra Indian Derby (Gr.1) | Immortality |
References
[edit]- ^ "Champion Indian jockey set for Victorian stint". Retrieved 28 July 2023.
External links
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Media related to Suraj Narredu at Wikimedia Commons