Shaun Fannin
Shaun Fannin is a prominent New Zealand jump jockey and trainer known for his successful career in jumps racing. As the leading rider in the country, he has achieved an impressive strike rate, particularly in the 2024/25 season, where he has secured five wins from six rides. Fannin has recently taken on a larger training role alongside his wife, Hazel Fannin, and has a reputation for developing talented jumpers like Jesko, who recently showcased his potential with a significant victory in the Dr John D. Moore Memorial Open Steeplechase.
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Recent news mentions
Trainer-jockey Shaun Fannin is adamant favourite Jesko will handle the extreme 6200m distance of today’s first running of the Great New Zealand Steeplechase.
Jesko’s Great NZ Steeplechase chances may be boosted by drying track
New Zealand· 2025-09-20
Shaun Fannin trains Jesko and rides him in races.
West Coast trying to join four-peat club in Grand National SteeplechaseNew Zealand· 2025-08-08
Shaun Fannin is the usual jockey for West Coast.
Bergerson hoping for special weekend with Bradman and BossonNew Zealand· 2025-08-02
Shaun Fannin rode Jesko to victory in the Manawatū Steeplechase.
Shaun Fannin rides Jesko to thrilling Manawatū Steeplechase victoryNew Zealand· 2025-06-07
Shaun Fannin took the Dr John D. Moore Memorial Open Steeplechase aboard his own Jesko.
Horse racing: Jesko the jumper starts new season with huge victoryNew Zealand· 2025-05-11