Aussie jockey Patrick Moloney has married his fiancée Jess Patton in what seems to be a match made in racing dynasty heaven.
The couple exchanged vows in a surprising ceremony in Victoria’s Yarra Valley on Friday – and over the weekend, their household and buddies shared pictures and movies on Instagram of the occasion, which they capped off with a dance to the Grease anthem You are the One which I Need.
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Among the many company and serving as a bridesmaid was champion jockey Michelle Payne, who was the first-ever feminine Aussie jockey to win the Melbourne Cup. Michelle is the bride’s auntie – Jess’ dad and mom are former jockeys Jason Patton and Therese Payne, Michelle’s sister.
“The dream bride,” Michelle captioned a sequence of wedding ceremony pictures on Instagram.
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The trailblazing jockey – she was the primary girl to win the race in its 160-year historical past – had her life story was the biopic Experience Like a Lady, which was directed by Aussie actress Rachel Griffiths and starred Teresa Palmer.
“I completely adore it. My household loves it, which was an important factor for me, and I would not change a factor. I feel it is simply completely sensible,” the 37-year-old informed 9Honey Superstar whereas selling the movie in 2019.
Patrick, who positioned runner-up with Emissary at this yr’s Melbourne Cup – is amongst racing royalty himself. He’s the grandson of famend horse coach and Corridor of Fame inductee Jim Moloney. Patricks’ dad Gerard and uncle John are additionally profitable horse trainers.
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“‘I’ve showcased my potential in massive races that I can experience a terrific race and execute a superb experience beneath stress. Additionally, I can experience mild and hopefully extra alternatives can come,” Patrick informed racing.com after the Melbourne Cup.
“I really feel my using has gone to a different degree and I am as dedicated and hungry as ever. I am in a terrific headspace and bodily my physique feels nice and I really feel I can capitalise on that.”
However for now, he’s honeymooning in Bali for every week along with his new bride, with the pair set to return simply earlier than Christmas to get pleasure from it with their household. Patrick then plans to renew using on New Yr’s Day.
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