Frankie Dettori’s final race in Britain and Ireland ended with utter joy as he guided home King of Steel to a comeback victory. The iconic Italian jockey took a famous win in the Qipco Champi…
Frankie Dettori's final race in Britain and Ireland ended with utter joy as he guided home King of Steel to a comeback victory., one of the most famous horse riders to grace British soil, will be jetting off to California after the event, but with a gigantic smile on his face.
Entering the race as 3/1 favourites, Dettori and King of Steel had to make a late charge, but timed it perfectly to come from behind at the final furlong. The crowd then broke into rapturous applause and chants of ‘Oh Frankie Dettori!’ who responded by blowing kisses from his beaming grin.With his hands on his knees in disbelief, the 52-year-old told Sky Sports: “Honestly, emotions all over the place.
“I cannot believe it, cannot believe it. The crowd got this horse over the line. I was doing my best on top but the scream that I got was incredible. “Thanks to all of you, you made me win this race and I love you. A Hollywood script! Unbelievable, I love you.Sir Bobby Charlton dies: Man United legend and England World Cup hero passes away aged 86Liverpool 2-0 Everton LIVE REACTION: Reds beat ten-man Toffees to take top spot“I thought the first race the crowd was good, but this was another level. A fairytale ending for me, Ascot is my home and I’m pretty emotional to be honest with you.
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