Craig Newitt (born 1984 or 1985) is an Australian jockey who rides mostly in Victoria.

Newitt was born in Tasmania, the son of two jockeys.[1][2] He began his career in 2000, and moved to Victoria to finish his apprenticeship with Lee Freedman.[3] His first Group One winner was Perfect Promise in the 2006 C F Orr Stakes.[1] As of late May 2023, he has ridden 2,236 winners, including 33 in Group One races.[3] Five of his Group One wins were on Miss Andretti between May 2006 and March 2008. He also won four Group Ones on Lankan Rupee.[1] He continues to ride in Tasmania, where he has won a record seven Devonport Cups.[2]

Newitt and his partner Breaana Smith have four sons.[2][4]

References

  1. ^ a b c "Craig Newitt". Racenet. Retrieved 31 May 2021.
  2. ^ a b c Hluchaniuk, Luke. "'A jockey of the week': One on one with Craig Newitt". Punters. Retrieved 31 May 2021.
  3. ^ a b "Craig Newitt". Racing.com. Retrieved 28 May 2023.
  4. ^ Mansfield, Greg. "Top jockey Craig Newitt returning to Victoria". The Advocate. Retrieved 31 May 2021.
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