Frankie Dettori

Italian-British jockey who won all seven races at Ascot on 28 September 1996 — the Magnificent Seven — and has accumulated over 3,000 career winners including 23 British Classics.

Riding all seven winners at Ascot on September 28, 1996, Frankie Dettori pulled off an achievement so unlikely that bookmakers paid out an estimated £30 million, a day that made him a household name far beyond racing. At fifteen, he moved to England to join trainer Luca Cumani's stable in Newmarket as an apprentice, beginning a career that would transform him into flat racing's most charismatic figure. His natural talent and infectious personality quickly distinguished him from his contemporaries, establishing the foundation for unprecedented success in British racing. Dettori's career reached extraordinary heights during the 1990s and 2000s. His partnership with trainer John Gosden proved particularly fruitful, yielding numerous Group 1 victories across Europe. He claimed the jockeys' championship in Britain three times and secured major victories in races including the Derby twice and the King George VI and Queen Elizabeth Stakes five times. His international success culminated in three Prix de l'Arc de Triomphe victories, notably aboard the exceptional mare Enable in 2017 and 2018, and Waldgeist in 2019. The defining moment of Dettori's career occurred on September 28, 1996, at Ascot's Festival of British Racing. In a feat of statistical improbability that remains unmatched, he rode all seven winners on the card, earning the nickname "The Magnificent Seven." This achievement transcended racing, capturing mainstream media attention and establishing Dettori as a household name. His signature flying dismount became an iconic celebration, symbolizing the joy and exuberance he brought to the sport. Despite facing adversity, including a six-month ban in 2012 following a positive drugs test, Dettori's resilience and dedication enabled him to continue competing at the highest level well into his fifties. With over 3,000 winners in Britain and hundreds of Group 1 victories worldwide, his statistical achievements match his cultural impact. Dettori's warmth, multilingual charm, and genuine enthusiasm transformed him into racing's greatest ambassador, attracting new audiences and elevating the sport's profile globally.

Aggressive tactical rider with exceptional big-race temperament

One of greatest flat racing jockeys, known for flying dismounts and major Group 1 victories

• Magnificent 7 — all 7 races Ascot 1996
• Champion Jockey 3x
• Arc de Triomphe 3x