LEGENDARY JOCKEY Frankie Dettori has announced his retirement from race riding.
The Italian icon, 54, released a statement on his social media announcing that his time racing in the United States would come to an end after the Breeders’ Cup this weekend.
He also announced his plans to wrap his career up with a spell in South America.
“Following the Breeders’ Cup on Saturday, I will be retiring from race riding in the United States and concluding my career in South America, something I’ve always wanted to do.
“It has been an honour to compete at the highest level of this sport for over four decades.
“I’m deeply grateful to my family, the owners, trainers, stable staff, and of course the supporters who have made my career possible.
“From the bottom of my heart, thank you to everyone who has supported me throughout this incredible journey. Ciao.”
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