About Jose Espinoza
Born 1969. Jose Espinoza is an American and Mexican jockey.
José Luis Espinoza (born December 17, 1969, in Mexico City, Mexico) is a Mexican retired jockey in American Thoroughbred horse racing. He is the older brother of U.S. Triple Crown-winning jockey Victor Espinoza.
Career Espinoza rode in his first Kentucky Derby in 2013, guiding Giant Finish to a 10th-place finish for Sunrise Stables and trainer Anthony Dutrow.
In August 2013, Espinoza suffered a traumatic brain injury when he was thrown from a mount after crossing the finish line. This head injury effectively ended his career as a jockey. After 8 months of treatment, he retired at the age of 44 with a total of 856 wins.
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Frequently asked questions
Who is Jose Espinoza?
Mexican jockey
When was Jose Espinoza born?
Jose Espinoza was born on 17 December 1969 in Mexico City.
What is Jose Espinoza's occupation?
Jose Espinoza is a jockey.
What nationality is Jose Espinoza?
Jose Espinoza is American and Mexican.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Jose Espinoza (jockey)
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