Moore sets modern-day record at Royal Ascot

"Ryan Moore is a brilliant jockey, anyone can see that,"

Piggott praised. "To win nine races during any week is a fantastic achievement, but

to do it at Royal Ascot where the competition is so tough is extremely

impressive. I'm sure Ryan will go on to break many more records during his

career."

A. P. McCoy, the record-breaking 20-time champion jump jockey

who took part in Friday's Royal Procession and is now retired, also commended

Moore.

"I did think

this morning that Lester Piggott's nine Derby winners and 116 Royal Ascot

winners takes some doing. But at his age, Ryan Moore is the best jockey in the

world," McCoy said.

"That is not me saying that, statistics will tell you that Ryan Moore is

the best jockey in the world and he is getting better. He makes very few

mistakes and I am very jealous of him."

Despite the accomplishment, Moore didn't have much time to reflect on the

record. Instead, he was in haste to leave for rides at Newmarket's evening meeting.

"Nine

winners is not something you think about," he said. "I've a few rides tomorrow

and I'll think about it then."

Moore has been O'Brien's first-choice rider this season and

the trainer has supplied five of the jockey's victories this week.

"I'm

delighted for him," O'Brien stated. "He's a great rider and a great fella and it's

great to have him on board."

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