Getty Images brings you an exciting new competition for jump jockeys. With a whopping £1.5m prize fund and £500,000 for the winner, this event is set to create a buzz in the racing world. Starting from the Cheltenham meeting on 15 November and running until April’s Grand National meeting, jockeys will earn points in ITV Racing - 10 for a win, 8 for second, 6 for third, and 4 for fourth. The jockey with the most points will be crowned the winner and take home the top cash prize. Second place gets £200,000, third place £100,000, and awards go all the way down to 10th place.

Champion Jockeys Set to Compete

Harry Cobden, the current champion jump jockey, is among those taking part. Along with him are Harry Skelton, Nico de Boinville, and Rachael Blackmore. Cobden said, "It’s a huge amount on offer and I’m sure will create some great competition as we’ll all be trying to win as many of those ITV races as we can." Skelton added that the cup will be the "pinnacle in the sport" for jockeys in National Hunt racing, with a "transformative amount of money" on offer.

Blackmore's Perspective

Currently injured, Rachael Blackmore said the competition "adds a massive layer of excitement" to what "already promises to be another highly competitive season." She further added, "It’s great to see this level of innovation and investment in racing, particularly towards jockeys. The prizes on offer are incredible. It’s a fantastic opportunity to showcase the very best of the sport."

Backing and Inclusion

The competition is named after the co-founder of bookmakers Paddy Power, whose parent company Flutter is backing it along with the Jockey Club, Great British Racing, and the Professional Jockeys’ Association. Trainers, racing staff, and the two leading conditional jockeys also have the chance to win prizes, making this a truly inclusive event.