Born: 1965-05-25 Muswellbrook New South Wales Australia Currently Residing: Muswellbrook Kentucky USA His wife is Tracey and has two children, Shelby and Brodie. Notes: Ian R. Wilkes had started his career by working in the stables of Paul Sutherland , Vic Thompson Jr. and Colin Hayes. He was a jockey for 1 and half year which included 1990 Kentucky Derby (G1) and Breeder\'s Cup Classic (G1) winners. Wilkies continued his career as stable\'s top assistant till 2006. Later on in 2009 he was represente d by Grade 1 winner, Grade 2 winner and two stakes winners.