It all finally feels worth it for smiling apprentice jockey Mitch Goring now.

Former Victorian hoop Alexandra Bryan enjoyed every second of her low-key return to race riding at Caloundra on Sunday afternoon.

Former Victorian hoop Alexandra Bryan enjoyed every second of her low-key return to race riding at Caloundra on Sunday afternoon.

If bush marvel Fab’s Cowboy is to chalk up the magical 50 victory milestone this Saturday at Bundaberg, part-owner Paul Currin will be able to smile with pride about the remarkable journey the horse has taken him on.

Mitch Goring had to receive approval from his “best friend’ before he chased his dreams in the saddle.