Murtagh pays tribute to Kinane Johnny Murtagh currently in Hong Kong has paid tribute to Mick Kinane who announced his retirement this morning. Murtagh said: "Mick was an inspiration to me as a jockey growing up. He was responsible for bringing Irish racing into the international scene." "His record is there for all to see and like all his great finishes he has once again timed it to perfection with his decision to retire at this time." "He will be sadly missed by all in the jockeys' room and I wish him the very best for the future."
