We are delighted to hear that champion jockey and Chepstow Racecourse ambassador, Richard Johnson has been recognised in the New Year Honous list and has been appointed OBE.
It has been a highly successful year for Richard adding to his wins of over 3, 500 races during his racing career.
The three-time champion jockey has been ambassador of Chepstow Racecourse for one year, some of his big wins at the track include:
| 2016 | Welsh Grand National | Native River |
| 2016 | Finale Juvenile Hurdle | Defi Du Seuil |
| 2013 | Finale Juvenile Hurdle | Le Rocher |
| 2011 | Silver Trophy Handicap Hurdle | Arthurian Legend |
| 2011 | Persian War Novices' Hurdle | Fingal Bay |
| 2007 | Finale Juvenile Hurdle | Franchoek |
| 2005 | Silver Trophy Handicap Hurdle | Lacdoudal |
| 1999 | Welsh Grand National | Edmond |
