Alejandro Jimenez

Alejandro Jimenez 📞 Phone: 760-518-4055 | ✉️ Email: jockeyaj@aol.com | [Your LinkedIn (if applicable)]

Seasoned horse racing professional with 27 years of experience as a Multiple Stakes Winning Jockey, transitioning into a leadership role as a Racing Director or Steward. A proud member of the distinguished Valenzuela family, bringing generations of horse racing expertise to race oversight and operations. Recognized for deep industry knowledge, race-day decision-making, and regulatory compliance, with an established track record of working alongside top-tier trainers, owners, and officials. Experienced in international racing, including the prestigious Dubai Carnival of Racing (2020). Competed at premier racetracks across the U.S. and Dubai, gaining firsthand insight into race management, operations, and competitive strategy.

• Race Governance & Integrity
• Track Operations & Event Management
• Regulatory Compliance & Rule Enforcement
• Stakeholder Collaboration (Owners, Trainers, Officials)
• Crisis Management & Decision-Making Under Pressure
• Industry Leadership & Mentorship

(Year–Present)

• Competed in over 6,300 races, securing 705 first-place finishes and earning over $9.7 million in career winnings.
• Raced at top tracks, including:
  Santa Anita Park, Los Alamitos, Hollywood Park, Bay Meadows, Golden Gate (CA)
  Lone Star Park at Grand Prairie (TX)
  Louisiana Downs, Remington Park, Sunland Park, Fair Grounds (LA & NM)
  Churchill Downs, Arlington Park, Hawthorne Racecourse (KY & IL)
  Parx Racing, Monmouth Park, Saratoga Race Course (PA & NY)
  Dubai at Meydan Racecourse (UAE)
• Worked with top trainers across California, Kentucky, New York, Texas, and Louisiana, including:
  Steve Asmussen (NY, KY, TX)
  H. James Bond (NY)
  Ronny Werner (KY, TX)
  Danny Pish (TX)
  Bret Calhoun (LA)
  Sam David Jr. (LA)
  H.B. Johnson (LA)
  Mr. Louie Russell III (LA)
  Andy Leggio (LA)
  Peter Miller, Phil D'Amato, Michael McCarthy, Peter Eurton, Doug O'Neill, Dan Blacker (CA)
• Developed strong relationships with racing officials, stewards, and race management, ensuring compliance with regulations.
• Successfully navigated race-day operations, adapting strategies in high-pressure scenarios.

• Member of the Valenzuela family, a legacy of renowned horsemen.
• Extensive collaboration with racing officials, stewards, and governing bodies to ensure fair competition.
• Mentored aspiring jockeys on race strategy, horse handling, and industry professionalism.

• Extensive hands-on training in thoroughbred racing operations
• Certified in racing regulations and industry standards

Available upon request.