About Mick
A Career Built on Winners
Mick Appleby is widely acknowledged as one of the most talented trainers in the UK, particularly renowned for his exceptional achievements on the All‑Weather, where he has secured multiple Champion All‑Weather Trainer titles.
Mick originally came from Barnsley, South Yorkshire, and was first introduced to racing by his grandfather, who took him to local tracks such as Pontefract and Doncaster.
Although he became a jockey, he has openly said he "was a very bad jump jockey," which helped steer him toward training earlier in his career.
- Started as a stable jockey for John Manners, riding numerous winners over three years.
- Progressed to head lad roles with Roger Curtis and later at Andrew Balding's Kingsclere Stables, where he worked with top-class horses and honed his training skills.
- Went out on his own in 2010, saddling his first winners and quickly building a reputation.
- By 2011, he had 20 winners, and in 2014, he achieved his first Group race victory with Danzeno in the Chipchase Stakes at Newcastle.
- Other notable wins include the November Handicap at Doncaster with Art Scholar and the Scottish Sprint Cup with Demora.
- Multiple-time All-Weather Champion Trainer, dominating at Southwell.
- Known for producing consistent winners year after year, with standout seasons 2020 onwards with 109 winners in 2021 and £1.67 Million in Prize Money in 2024.
- Recently gained international recognition by sending Big Evs to win the Breeders’ Cup Juvenile Turf Sprint in the USA (2023).
- Group 1 Success with Big Mojo when winning the Group 1 Sprint Cup at Haydock.
"Maintaining the highest standards of horse welfare and creating a welcoming environment for owners."
Mick prides himself on maintaining the highest standards of horse welfare and creating a welcoming environment for owners. His base at Langham Racing Stables, near Oakham, Rutland, is home to a strong team combining youth and experience.
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