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Podcast: The Final Furlong Podcast
Episode: Franny Norton Reflects: A Jockey's Journey, Chester Finale Preview, and the Emotional Decision to Retire
Description: Franny Norton joins Emmet Kennedy to look back on his 35-year career as a jockey with nearly 2,000 domestic wins to his name. Norton shares his personal reflections on the highs, the lows, and the emotional decision to retire at 54. From his legendary partnership with trainer Mark Johnston to his unforgettable victories in the Dante Stakes and Chester Cup, Franny takes us behind the scenes of some of his most famous rides, including those on stars like Permian and Sir Ron Priestley. Plus, Franny gives us the inside track on his final rides at the track where he's been dubbed...