Robby Albarado, the US jockey who rode more than 5,000 winners, has died aged 52. It is understood that Robby died in Saratoga, New York, on 4 August, from complications after heart surgery the week before. Latest Videos From Horse & Hound Watch full video here:He was born in Louisiana in 1973 and started race-riding aged 12. Robby rode Mineshaft to victory in four Grade Ones, including the 2003 Jockey Club Gold Cup. A spokesperson for the New York Racing Association (NYRA) said the organisation was saddened by Robby’s death.