Franny Norton Reflects: A Jockey's Journey, Chester Finale Preview, and the Emotional Decision to Retire

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🗓️ 20 September 2024

⏱️ 19 minutes

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Franny Norton joins Emmet Kennedy to look back on his 35-year career as a jockey with nearly 2,000 domestic wins to his name. Norton shares his personal reflections on the highs, the lows, and the emotional decision to retire at 54. From his legendary partnership with trainer Mark Johnston to his unforgettable victories in the Dante Stakes and Chester Cup, Franny takes us behind the scenes of some of his most famous rides, including those on stars like Permian and Sir Ron Priestley. Plus, Franny gives us the inside track on his final rides at the track where he's been dubbed 'The King of Chester.' Which of his six rides does he fancy to give him the perfect sendoff as racing bids farewell to one of its finest? The Final Furlong Podcast is proudly brought to you by Geoff Banks Bet. Join the excitement and Sign up to Geoff Banks Online now with promo code FFP500 and get 10% of any net losses returned as cash after your first month of betting, up to £500 at geoffbanks.bet. Its tradition redefined with modern tech and unbeatable odds. This episode is brought to you by BetterHelp. If you’re thinking of starting therapy, give BetterHelp a try. It’s entirely online, designed to be convenient, flexible, and suited to your schedule. Our listeners get 10% off their first month, so give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/FURLONG. Get £3 off Paul Ferguson’s Jumpers to Follow print edition, digital edition or print/digital bundle with Promo code ffjtf2425 at https://weatherbysshop.co.uk/collections/paul-fergusons-jumpers-to-follow Apple: https://apps.apple.com/gb/app/geoff-banks-online/id881898186 Android: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.geoff_banks.geoffbanks Form Tools: Proform is the essential tool for punters looking to make money from betting on Horse Racing. Our form book covers Jumps and Flat racing in the UK and Ireland. https://www.proformracing.com/ Twitter: @FinalFurlongPod Email: [email protected] In association with Adelicious Podcast Network. Hosted on Megaphone. Follow us for free on Spotify Podcasts https://open.spotify.com/show/3e6NnBkr7MBstVx5U7lpld Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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