Irad Ortiz Jr. was born on August 11, 1992 in Puerto Rico, is a Horse Jockey. Discover Irad Ortiz Jr. net worth, Biography, Age, Height, Family and career updates.
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💰Irad Ortiz Jr. Net worth and Salary
Irad Ortiz Jr., a well-known horse jockey in Puerto Rico, is widely recognized for his remarkable talent and success in the competitive world of horse racing. As of 2023, his net worth is estimated to be between $100K and $1M. Ortiz Jr.'s impressive career as a jockey, coupled with numerous wins and achievements, has undoubtedly contributed to his financial success. With a growing reputation and a bright future ahead, it's no surprise that this gifted athlete has garnered considerable wealth through his dedication and skill in the field of horse racing.
About
Puerto Rican jockey who is best known for being a leading rider in the New York Thoroughbred horse racing circuit since 2012. He is also known for winning his first Breeders' Cup race on Lady Eli in 2014, and his first American Classic on Creator in the 2016 Belmont Stakes. His Instagram account irad_ortiz has earned over 70,000 followers.
At age 16, he enrolled in Puerto Rico's Escuela Vocacional Hípica, a school for prospective jockeys.
At the 2019 Breeders' Cup event, he had four winners including wins in both the $4 million Turf and the $6 million Classic. That same year he also established a single-year earnings record for North American horse racing of $34,109,019.
His grandfather, also named Irad Ortiz, was a jockey. His younger brother, José Ortiz, is a leading jockey in New York. He is married and has three daughters. His first daughter, Sarai, was born in 2015.
In 2020, he met and posted a photo with one of his idols Angel Cordero Jr.
