Watch jockey 'nearly become a meme' after easing down early and almost losing £30,000 race in heart-stopping finish

The Aussie rider, 25, looked to have the valuable contest in the bag aboard former Dermot Weld-trained runner Valac at Pakenham in Melbourne. He eased down at the line and nearly threw the race away as runner-up Bud Fox flew home.

Aaron Mitchell almost lost a £30,000 race at Pakenham in Melbourne. He eased down early and almost threw away the race. The commentator exclaimed as they crossed the line: "He cocked up a bit early!".

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