T. P. Burns

Thomas Pascal "TP" Burns (14 April 1924 – 14 May 2018) was an Irish flat racing and jump jockey, who rode mainly for trainer Vincent O'Brien.

In 1957, Burns won a British Classic at St Leger atop Ballymoss, a first for an Irish-bred horse.

[1][2] Burns's jockey career lasted for over 50 years, with his last win being at Punchestown, on 7 July 1989.

Burns died at age 94 on 14 May 2018 in Athy.

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