James E. Pike

Jockey, Deceased Person

1892 – 1969

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Who was James E. Pike?

James Edward "Jim" Pike was an Australian jockey who was known for riding Phar Lap to victory in the 1930 Melbourne Cup.

Pike was born on 4 September 1892 in Newcastle, New South Wales.

Pike died in poverty on 7 October 1969, aged 77, at his home in Bondi.

In 2002, Pike was inducted into the Australian Racing Hall of Fame.

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Born
1892
Newcastle
Nationality
  • Australia
Profession
Died
1969

Submitted
on July 23, 2013

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