FRANKIE DETTORI is gearing up for another epic Epsom Derby THIS Saturday – but it means the legendary jockey is edging closer to having his last race on the saddle.
The Italian stallion, 52, revealed in December 2022 that he has made the tough decision to hang up his riding boots this season.
Frankie Dettori is one of the greatest jockeys of all time
And after a 35-year career making headlines in the sporting industry, Dettori is ready to dedicate more of his time to his family once again.
But when will the horse-riding magician officially call it quits on his illustrious career?
When is Frankie Dettori’s last ever race?
Frankie Dettori announced the shocking news on ITV that retirement has been on his mind for a while and that he’ll be saying his goodbyes at the Bredders’ Cup this year.
The Breeders Cup will get underway on Friday, November 3 before concluding on Saturday, November 4.
In 2022, the Italian icon said “It’s something that I’ve been thinking about for a while. This is going to be my finale next year.
“I’m riding Boxing Day in Santa Anita and planning to spend about 10 weeks in California and then I’ll make my way back, with Dubai and Saudi in between, to start the season in Newmarket.
“I’ll be riding right through and it’ll be my last Guineas, my last Derby, my last Royal Ascot and so on.
“Then I’ll have the final farewell at the Breeders’ Cup.”
But fans are relieved that they will be treated to more Dettori action at this year’s Epsom Derby.
When is the Epsom Derby?
- This year’s Derby is on Saturday, June 3, with the race starting at 1:30pm.
- This is a big change from the usual 4:30pm slot and it will be the earliest start time in the race’s history.
- That’s because of the clash with the FA Cup final, which is taking place on the same day.
