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THIS is the astonishing moment a jockey was mere inches from victory – only to be knocked off by the HEAD of another horse.
It was an unbelievable scene, as Masa Hashizume was unseated in a chaotic finish just before crossing the line.
The jockey was thrown off by the HEAD of another horse
Road To Paris dislodged the jockey as he collided with Ammirati – who went on to win the race in remarkable fashion.
Tulsa King claimed the runner-up position in the Wellington Stakes, while Landman finished third in a tightly contested race.
Dylan Johnson – the stable representative and bloodstock manager for trainer Steve Marsh – shared his thoughts on the victory.
He told Betsy.Com : “It’s a quirky sport.
“The horse performed well.
“He was under some pressure from the 600-metre mark but kept finding more, and he was actually beginning to catch the favorite in that final stretch before everything unfolded.
“It’s an unusual way to win a race, but it will be noted in the record books.”
Footage of racecaller Justin Evans narrating the race as it entered the final stretch has been shared widely online.
UNBELIEVABLE: what a way to lose a stakes race just now at Ōtaki.
— Michael Guerin (@GuerinSports) November 30, 2025
Horse and jockey are fine….punters, not so much!! pic.twitter.com/gGQEjfhK2W
As the horses raced towards the finish line, he could be heard saying: “It’s Road To Paris in front. He said au revoir.”
Only moments later, he exclaimed: “Oh, he has run out, he’s dropped the rider. Oh my goodness.”
Jennian Homes Wellington Stakes Top Five
- 1st – Ammirati
- 2nd – Tulsa King
- 3rd – Landman
- 4th – Belzoni
- 5th – Sweet Talkin Gal
Frequently Asked Questions
What happened during the race?
During the race, jockey Masa Hashizume was dislodged from his horse, Road To Paris, just before the finish line after colliding with another horse. Ammirati went on to win the race.
How did the jockey fare after the incident?
Fortunately, both the jockey and the horses involved in the incident were reported to be okay.
Who were the top finishers in the Wellington Stakes?
The top finishers were Ammirati in first place, followed by Tulsa King in second, and Landman in third.
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