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Corey Lanerie retires after 35 years as Churchill Downs jockey

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 29, 2026, 3:50 PM

Last updated Jun 29, 2026

Summary

Corey Lanerie, a prominent figure in horse racing and the second-winningest jockey at Churchill Downs, officially retired after 35 years on June 28, 2026. Lanerie concluded his career with over 5,100 victories and $172 million in earnings, winning 19 riding titles at Churchill Downs from 2012 to 2019. His last win came earlier this year, marking him among only 39 riders to surpass 5,000 wins in North America. Lanerie expressed gratitude for his career and support from the racing community, stating he looks forward to spending more time with family.

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  • •Lanerie rode his final race on June 28, 2026.
  • •He accumulated $172 million in prize money over his career.
  • •Lanerie won 19 titles at Churchill Downs between 2012 and 2019.
  • •His last win was his 5,000th career victory at Keeneland in April 2023.
  • •He plans to spend more time with his family post-retirement.
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  • 3:50 PMYahoo Sports — Corey Lanerie, longtime Churchill Downs jockey, retires after 35 years
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Corey Lanerie, the second-winningest jockey at Churchill Downs, has retired from horse racing after 35 years and more than 5,100 total wins.

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