The riveting full-career autobiography of
Barry Geraghty, one of the most successful jump jockeys in the sport's history. Now retired, Geraghty takes his rightful place in the pantheon of greats that inclues
AP McCoy,
Richard Johnson and
Ruby Walsh.An intelligent and often beautifully observed book
True Colours is a
frank,
unfiltered tale of a racing icon. After reading the book, you appreciate the lengths Geraghty went to in pursuit of success. Readers are given incredible access to his life and it is a
must-read about a career which never dropped out of top gear.
I can't recommend this
insightful autobiography enough
Barry Geraghty is Ireland's foremost champion jockey.
In 2009 he became the first jockey to have won the big four races at Cheltenham (Champion Hurdle, Champion Chase, Stayers Hurdle, Gold Cup) and the English Grand National.
In 2020 he won five races at Cheltenham, including the Champion Hurdle, equalling the record for winning four times.
He announced his retirement in July 2020, leaving the sport as the fourth most successful British and Irish jump jockey in history with 1920 winners.
He lives in Skryne, Co Meath with his wife Paula and three children.