Popular Jockey Carmouche Reaches 4,000 Career Wins

Jockey Kendrick Carmouche notched his 4,000th career victory on Saturday at Aqueduct Racetrack, guiding Whisper Hill Farm's Crimson Light (City of Light) to a half-length victory in the eighth race.

Carmouche, a 41-year-old native of Vinton, Louisiana, engineered a pace-pressing trip for Hall of Fame trainer Todd Pletcher. Crimson Light dropped back to third at the stretch call, but Carmouche persevered aboard the colt to overtake the leaders and deliver the signature score. A smiling Carmouche celebrated the win with the Big A faithful, who flocked to the apron to cheer on the veteran rider.

“It's a joy,” said Carmouche. “It's like when you see the park for the first time as a kid and you just want to go run and try every machine. That's what it feels like to me when my fans enjoy the sport.”

The popular rider added three other wins on the day.

A comeback. A milestone. A moment we wont forget!

CRIMSON LIGHT makes his return, winning his first race back since last year's unforgettable rally and delivering @KendrickCarmou1 his 4,000th career win in the process! pic.twitter.com/zjukt5zWd7

— NYRA (🗽) (@TheNYRA) April 5, 2025