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	Why are jockeys generally short? By Taylor Renee Asked Sep 4 2005 7:51PM	4 Pts Rate Question

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by scymitar72 on Sep 10, 2005 at 8:43 pm Permalink

A person of shorter/smaller stature is preferred because you want the horse to carry the least weight possible when it's racing.

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by Anonymous on Jun 16, 2007 at 5:57 am Permalink

If a guy was over 6 feet tall it would look too funnt has their feet would probably be near the ground due to the weight of the person.

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by Anonymous on Jan 3, 2006 at 6:32 am Permalink

Before each race, a jockey must weigh-in. if he wins the race, he is paid by his weight. so........the shorter, the better, the less weight, etc. if you believe this, i have a whale-catcher to sell you. sorry!