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Art Student Trades Fashion for Finish Line
24 Apr
Summary
- H. Luke Hoskins debuts as a jockey near his childhood home.
- He pivoted from fashion school to pursue his jockey aspirations.
- Hoskins rides Onyx Outlaw for trainer John Ortiz at Oaklawn.
H. Luke Hoskins, who spent his childhood near Churchill Downs, is scheduled to launch his jockey career at Oaklawn. The 24-year-old’s path to the racetrack was unconventional, involving a pivot from fashion school during the 2020 coronavirus outbreak. Hoskins found his way back to horses through equine studies and internships, eventually working as an exercise rider.
He will make his debut aboard Onyx Outlaw, a horse he regularly gallops for trainer John Ortiz. Hoskins credits Ortiz as his biggest supporter, providing him with crucial opportunities. Hoskins plans to return to Kentucky after the Oaklawn meeting concludes on May 2, aiming to continue his riding career at Horseshoe Indianapolis.
