A prominent jockey is under scrutiny following the emergence of a video showing him making racist remarks in public. Noel Callow, known as ‘the King’, boasts a remarkable record of over 2,000 wins, including five at the prestigious Group 1 level, accumulating earnings exceeding £20 million in the Australian horse racing scene.
Recently, Callow was embroiled in controversy due to a physical altercation with another jockey that led to a two-month suspension after sustaining a concussion. The incident, initiated by the 50-year-old in May, has put him in the spotlight once again. The Queensland Racing Integrity Commission is currently investigating a video, reportedly from last year, showing Callow engaging in racist behavior.
According to reports from Australian racing outlet Racenet, the Commission has confirmed the video’s existence and is actively looking into the matter. The footage includes Callow interacting with an indigenous man, where he is heard making offensive comments about the man’s hygiene. Despite the man’s disclosure of his living situation and refusal of Callow’s offer, the jockey persisted with derogatory remarks.
In one part of the video, Callow is seen riding his bike on the sidewalk while making disrespectful comments towards pedestrians. The disturbing behavior captured in the videos has sparked outrage and raised concerns within the racing community. Callow’s conduct in the videos has drawn sharp criticism and calls for appropriate action to be taken.
The controversy surrounding Callow’s behavior underscores the importance of upholding integrity and respect within the horse racing industry. The investigation into the video footage will determine the implications for Callow’s career and reputation moving forward.
