Early Life

Irad Ortiz Jr. was born on August 11, 1992, in Trujillo Alto, Puerto Rico. He grew up in a family of jockeys, with his father and uncle both being successful riders. Ortiz Jr. started riding horses at a young age and quickly developed a passion for the sport.

At the age of 18, Ortiz Jr. moved to the United States to pursue his career as a jockey. He started riding at tracks in Florida and New York, and quickly made a name for himself as a talented rider.

Career

Ortiz Jr. has had a successful career as a jockey, with over 2,000 wins to his name. He has ridden in some of the biggest races in the world, including the Kentucky Derby, the Preakness Stakes, and the Belmont Stakes.

Ortiz Jr. has also won numerous awards and accolades throughout his career. In 2018, he was named the Eclipse Award winner for Outstanding Jockey, and he has won the riding title at the Saratoga Race Course multiple times.

Achievements

Ortiz Jr. has achieved a lot in his career as a jockey. Some of his notable achievements include:

• Winning the 2016 Breeders’ Cup Juvenile Fillies Turf
• Winning the 2017 Belmont Stakes
• Winning the 2018 Pegasus World Cup Invitational
• Winning the 2019 Kentucky Oaks
• Winning the 2020 Breeders’ Cup Classic

Current Status

So, where is Irad Ortiz Jr. today? As of the writing of this article, Ortiz Jr. is still an active jockey and is currently riding at tracks across the United States. He is considered one of the top jockeys in the world and is always a contender in any race he enters.

Ortiz Jr. is also known for his charitable work, and has been involved in various initiatives to help support the horse racing industry and its workers. He is a true champion both on and off the track.