Tony McCoy credits Martin Pipe after jockey breaks winners record

McCoy moved beyond Pipe's mark of 4,191 when he rode It's A Gimme to victory ahead of Lost Legend in the Summer Plate.

Having reached his 4,000th career win at Towcester in November, McCoy set himself the target of usurping Pipe's total.

And the 40-year-old lauded Pipe, with whom he combined for over 1,550 winners during the latter's hugely successful career as a trainer.

"The record was just a very personal thing between me and Mr Pipe," McCoy said.

"He set the standard and revolutionised training. He is someone I held in high esteem and we had great times together in my time as his stable jockey.

"We've had a bit of banter pretty much since I've ridden my 4,000 winner. It's only a personal thing and I will be putting in a satisfying call tonight."

Despite losing his record, Pipe was delighted by McCoy's achievement.

"He's an inspiration to all the jockeys and to everyone in racing," Pipe commented. "He's marvellous for our sport and it's just great we've got someone like him.

"Now, he's finally beaten me. All of us in racing are so proud of him for doing it."