" He took charge of me sir" is the one I love. It happened to one poor experienced jockey 4 times in 6 months in Group One races a couple of years ago. Now he gets caught in traffic jams of his own making - must be riding different types of horses these days.

A large drink of water before parading often weighs heavily on a horse. Can't deny the poor animal a drink can you?

Then of course the ultimate way to get your horse beaten and look like you are trying is to be 4th or worse on the corner at Caulfield.