Craig Newitt
Craig Newitt | |
|---|---|
| Born | 1984 or 1985 Tasmania, Australia |
| Nationality | Australian |
| Occupation | Jockey |
| Years active | 2000–present |
| Known for | Riding career in Victoria and Tasmania |
| Notable work | Winner of multiple Group One races |
| Spouse | Breaana Smith |
| Children | 4 |
Craig Newitt (born 1984 or 1985) is an Australian jockey who rides mostly in Victoria.
Biography
[edit]Newitt was born in Tasmania, the son of two jockeys.[1][2] He began his career in 2000, and moved to Victoria to finish his apprenticeship with Lee Freedman.[3] His first Group One winner was Perfect Promise in the 2006 C F Orr Stakes.[1] As of early April 2024, he has ridden 2,294 winners, including 33 in Group One races.[3] Five of his Group One wins were on Miss Andretti between May 2006 and March 2008. He also won four Group Ones on Lankan Rupee.[1] He continues to ride in Tasmania, where he has won a record seven Devonport Cups.[2]
Personal life
[edit]Newitt and his partner Breaana Smith have four sons.[2][4]
References
[edit]- ^ a b c "Craig Newitt". Racenet. Retrieved 31 May 2021.
- ^ a b c Hluchaniuk, Luke. "'A jockey of the week': One on one with Craig Newitt". Punters. Retrieved 31 May 2021.
- ^ a b "Craig Newitt". Racing.com. Retrieved 2 April 2024.
- ^ Mansfield, Greg. "Top jockey Craig Newitt returning to Victoria". The Advocate. Retrieved 31 May 2021.