Racing Legend Frankie Dettori Hospitalized After Horrific Car Crash in Newmarket
Racing Legend Frankie Dettori Hospitalized After Horrific Car Crash in Newmarket
Horse racing icon Frankie Dettori has been rushed to hospital with broken ribs and a thumb after a severe car accident in Newmarket. Get the full details here.
Legendary jockey Frankie Dettori was hospitalized in Newmarket on Wednesday evening following a serious car accident. The 55-year-old sustained several broken ribs and a broken thumb in the incident, and he remains under observation for further scans.
According to a statement from H Talent Management, another vehicle struck the rear passenger side of the car Dettori was driving. The impact caused his vehicle to spin and flip, leading to the significant injuries. Dettori's management confirmed the details, stating he was taken to hospital where the extent of his injuries was assessed.
Frankie Dettori expressed his gratitude to the emergency services, doctors, nurses, and the entire medical team caring for him. His management has requested privacy for the jockey as he focuses on rest and recovery. No further comments are expected until a meaningful update can be provided.
This accident comes at a time when Dettori was anticipated to make a return to the saddle. He had not ridden in Britain since his victory at the Champion Stakes on King Of Steel at Ascot in October 2023. He was scheduled to participate in the Leger Legends race at Doncaster during the St Leger Festival in September, a return that now appears uncertain.
