William Stubbs
1891 - 1952
1891 - 1952
William Arthur Stubbs was an amateur before the war: he was rejected for military service so continued to ride, based in Ireland.
William Arthur Stubbs was an amateur before the war: he was rejected for military service so continued to ride, based in Ireland.
In January 1918, he turned professional and his first paid ride was a winner.
In January 1918, he turned professional and his first paid ride was a winner.
He also won the 1921 Champion Chase on Noble Guard.
He also won the 1921 Champion Chase on Noble Guard.
Born at Alresford on April 18, 1891, William died at Wantage on May 5, 1952,
Born at Alresford on April 18, 1891, William died at Wantage on May 5, 1952,
He was 61.
He was 61.
Best wins:
Best wins:
1918: Galway Plate - Golden Fleece
1918: Galway Plate - Golden Fleece
1921: Champion Chase - Noble Guard
1921: Champion Chase - Noble Guard
1922: Stanley Chase - Newlands
1922: Stanley Chase - Newlands