Jimmy Lindley
English jockey and horse racing broadcaster
About Jimmy Lindley
Lived 1935 – 2022 (aged 86). Jimmy Lindley was a British jockey, broadcaster and sports journalist.
James Frederick Lindley (16 May 1935 – 23 March 2022) was an English jockey who competed in flat racing. After retiring as a jockey he became a broadcaster.
During his career as a jockey, he won three Classic races: the 2,000 Guineas in 1963 and 1966 and the St Leger in 1964.
Major wins Ascot Gold Cup - Precipice Wood (1970), Lassalle (1973) 2000 Guineas - Only For Life (1963), Kashmir (1966) Coronation Cup - Charlottown (1967) King George VI and Queen Elizabeth Stakes - Aggressor (1960) St James's Palace Stakes - Track Spare (1966), Sun Prince (1972) St Leger - Indiana (1964)
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Who was Jimmy Lindley?
English jockey and horse racing broadcaster
When was Jimmy Lindley born?
Jimmy Lindley was born on 16 May 1935.
When did Jimmy Lindley die?
Jimmy Lindley died on 23 March 2022.
What was Jimmy Lindley's occupation?
Jimmy Lindley was a jockey, broadcaster and sports journalist.
What nationality was Jimmy Lindley?
Jimmy Lindley was British.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Jimmy Lindley. https://biography.guide/jimmy-lindley/
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