AP McCoy vs Richard Johnson
AP McCoy vs Richard Johnson: head-to-head — careers, honours, key numbers and why the rivalry matters.
Why compare AP McCoy and Richard Johnson?
Richard Johnson was another key competitor for McCoy, known for his consistency and resilience in the sport. The rivalry was characterized by close contests for the Champion Jockey title throughout the years.
AP McCoy
Key numbers
- Career wins4,358
- Major race wins10 Flat races
- Champion Jockey titles20
- Grand National wins1
Top honours
- Champion Jockey20 consecutive titles (1995-2015)
- Grand NationalWinner in 2010 aboard Don't Push It
- BBC Sports Personality of the Year2010
- RTÉ Sports Person of the Year2013
- Knight BachelorKnighted in January 2016
VS
Richard Johnson
Key numbers
- Total wins3,800+
- Champion Jockey titles3
- Grand National wins1
Top honours
- Champion Jockey3 titles
- Grand National1 win
- Multiple Grade 1 winsNumerous