Ride of Their Lives

Ride of Their Lives is a gripping inside look at the lives of elite jockeys, including Pat Day, Gary Stephens, Jerry Bailey, Corey Nakatani, Laffit Pincay Jr., and Kendrick Carmouche.

These riders have risen to the top of their profession through a combination of skill, dedication, and sheer willpower.

They share their stories of how they became race riders, what it's like to deal with the pressures of riding fragile, willful racehorses at top speeds day in and day out, and what it's like to win the Kentucky Derby and just miss capturing the Triple Crown.

This updated edition profiles Kendrick Carmouche, who had five straight seasons with more than 200 victories and became the first Black jockey to compete in the Kentucky Derby in seven years.

Don't miss out on this inside look at the lives of these incredible athletes and their remarkable stories of success and perseverance.