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'A dream' - Redknapp's The Jukebox Man wins King George

'A dream' - Redknapp's The Jukebox Man wins King George

Summary

The Jukebox Man, owned by Harry Redknapp, won the King George VI Chase at Kempton Park in a close finish. This victory involved a tight race against last year's winner Banbridge and the favorite Gaelic Warrior.

Key Facts

  • The Jukebox Man had only one previous race in 2025, which he won.
  • The race ended with a photo-finish among The Jukebox Man, Banbridge, and Gaelic Warrior.
  • Ben Jones rode The Jukebox Man, who had 7-1 odds.
  • The prize for the victory was £142,375.
  • Harry Redknapp expressed great excitement and described the win as a dream.
  • Joint-favorite Jango Baie nearly caught up with the leading trio at the end.
  • Redknapp, 78, felt disbelief and joy after the win.

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