#271 - Mark Zahra - In the Jockey's Saddle with the King of the Melbourne Cup

Oct 5, 2025

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Mark Zahra is a two-time winner of The Melbourne Cup (2022, 2023) and a two-time winner of the Caulfield Cup (2020, 2023) amongst many other notable wins and one of Australia's premium jockeys.

What a pleasure it was to have Mark drop by the studio for a chat ahead of what will be an incredible Spring Carnival.

Mark reflects and walks us through his two Melbourne Cup wins as well as the back story to making the difficult choices of rides, the aftermath and the day itself! Plus, the years leading up to it and some of the heartache of missing out on big victories due to suspension.

We get an incredible look at life as a Jockey and what the lifestyle really is like.

From the crazy diets and sometimes dangerous positions they put their bodies through, to the prize money, you'll hear it all.

And for even more incredible insight, Mark takes us inside the jockey room and on the track in the heat of battle.

We hear Mark's amazing back story and how he got into the sport, plus, some of his international experiences and his work-life balance...and trust me...he knows how to do both!

The GCO Shocking Confession returns with a shock conversation you won't believe and so many great stories sprinkled throughout this one.

If you love your racing or never watched one if your life, this podcast has it all and we know you will absolutely love it.

Without further ado, here is the absolute champion, Mark Zahra!

Follow Mark on Instagram @djzoro27

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