- A jockey has apologized for making an offensive comment
- Dean Yendall commented on conditions at Swan Hill on Monday
- He said he deeply regretted his comment and promised to make amends
An Australian jockey has apologized after making an outrageous comment in a post-race interview on Monday.
Dean Yendall, 49, was speaking to Racing.com after winning the first race at Swan Hill aboard the Persian Spirit when he made an ‘inappropriate and offensive joke’ while discussing the windy conditions at the racecourse.
During a live chat with the sports channel, he noted that the stormy conditions “would scare the hell out of a prostitute.”
Stewards deemed the comments ‘damaging to the image of racing’ and Yendall, who has raked in more than £35 million (AU$67 million) in career earnings during his long career, took to Instagram to apologise.
He said: ‘I would like to sincerely apologize for the inappropriate and offensive joke made during Racing.com’s post-race interview at the Swan Hill races.
Dean Yendall has apologized for making a prostitute comment after a race
The jockey was commenting on windy conditions when he made the offensive comment
“I would like to acknowledge that my words were hurtful and offensive to many, and I deeply regret the impact they have had.
“I take full responsibility for my actions and understand that my comments were not only inappropriate but completely unacceptable.
“I want to assure you that this does not reflect my true values or beliefs. I am determined to rectify this situation and make things right.
“I understand that an apology alone is not enough, and that actions speak louder than words.”
He also apologized to his fellow jockeys, sponsors and his management team and vowed to “educate” himself so he can be “better informed and aware of the impact of inappropriate comments.”
Yendall vowed to make amends after expressing “deep regret” over his comments
“I understand the need to rebuild trust, and I am fully committed to doing the necessary work to regain the respect and trust of those hurt by my actions,” he added.
“Once again I sincerely apologize for my offensive comments and any harm they may have caused.
“I am determined to make amends and ensure that such a situation does not occur again.”