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Podcast: John Tapp Racing
Episode: Episode 249: James Winks
Description: The outstanding Victorian jockey talks of the fainting spell at home that signalled his impending medical condition.
James was in disbelief when Doctors explained the likely ramifications of syncope- a disorder that would be aggravated by the ravages of wasting.
He talks of the support of family and friends when the inevitable decision had to be made.
James talks of the offers he’s had to work for RSN 927 and the Ten Network during the Spring carnival- just what he needs at this time.
The fourth generation jockey looks at the ra...