People & roles
Master
A master is the licensed trainer to whom an apprentice jockey is indentured for the duration of their apprenticeship. The master is responsible for the apprentice's education, riding opportunities and welfare, and typically provides the rides that build the apprentice's record. The relationship explains why apprentices ride a disproportionate share of one stable's runners.
In use
The apprentice rode four of her master's six runners at the meeting.
Related terms
ApprenticeA jockey still indentured to a stable and riding with a weight claim.Apprentice ClaimThe weight allowance an apprentice jockey takes off a horse's assigned weight.TrainerThe licensed person responsible for preparing and placing a horse.StableA trainer's operation, including staff, horses and premises.