About Billy Newnes
Born 1959. Billy Newnes is a British jockey.
William Anthony Paul Newnes (born Liverpool, 6 December 1959) is an Epsom Oaks winning jockey, best known for his connection with the horse Time Charter, on which he won the Oaks, Sun Chariot Stakes and Champion Stakes in 1982. He was also Champion Apprentice the same season, with 57 winners.
Not long afterwards, in 1984, he was banned for three years for accepting £1,000 from professional gambler Harry Bardsley in return for information.
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Who is Billy Newnes?
British jockey
When was Billy Newnes born?
Billy Newnes was born on 6 December 1959 in Liverpool.
What is Billy Newnes's occupation?
Billy Newnes is a jockey.
What nationality is Billy Newnes?
Billy Newnes is British.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Billy Newnes. https://biography.guide/billy-newnes/
MLA: "Billy Newnes." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/billy-newnes/.
Chicago: "Billy Newnes." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/billy-newnes/.
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