The partnership that won last years Golden Slipper with Mossfun have split with what was said to be James McDonald’s decision as he wants to take rides elsewhere (most likely Godolphin).
Hawkes has since said though that their is no reason why James won’t ride for the stable in the future.
Twitter:
Hawkes tells @Globalgallop there is no reason why McDonald won't ride for the stable in the future.
— RSN Racing & Sport (@RSNSportRadio) January 27, 2015
You heard it on Racing Ahead first that James McDonald has walked away from @HawkesRacing John Hawkes says looking at many other options.
— Shane Anderson (@Globalgallop) January 27, 2015
Despite sharing a Slipper win, John Hawkes tells RSN James McDonald didn't ring him personally to say he's go to prioritise rides elsewhere
— ralph horowitz (@rtralphy) January 27, 2015
Hawkes tells @Globalgallop McDonald did not contact him directly about wanting to ride outside the stable
— RSN Racing & Sport (@RSNSportRadio) January 27, 2015