Highest career earnings by a jockey
The current highest career earnings by a jockey record is $533 million, held by John R. Velazquez. Last checked October 14, 2026.
$533
million
John R. Velazquez
- Holder
- John R. Velazquez
- Record
- $533 million
- Exact figure
- $533,015,115
- Location
- North America
- Recognized by
- National Museum of Racing and Hall of Fame
- Last checked
- October 14, 2026
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