Joe Mercer
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About
British horse racing jockey who had a career spanning nearly 40 years. His most successful horse was Brigadier Gerard.
Before Fame
He was apprentice to Frederick Sneyd.
Trivia
His nickname was Smokin' Joe.
Family Life
His older brother Manny was killed in a racing accident in 1959.
Associated With
His longevity and success make him comparable to American jockey Willie Shoemaker.
