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Contrary to popular belief, it has nothing to do with their race silks.

I am led to believe that it is a term originating from British hunting, and finding its way into racing vernacular (especially in Australian slang).

The jockey is referred to as a "Hoop" as that is what they look like if they tumble from their mount and cart-wheel along the turf.

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