Pat Eddery

Eleven jockey championships and 4,632 winners — the finest flat jockey of his era.

Patrick James Eddery was born in Newbridge, County Kildare, Ireland in 1952. He won eleven flat jockey championship titles in Britain. He rode 4,632 winners in Britain alone. He won the Prix de l'Arc de Triomphe four times. He was Vincent O'Brien's retained jockey — one of the most celebrated trainer-jockey partnerships in flat racing history. He won the Epsom Derby three times. He was awarded an OBE. He died in November 2015 aged 63 from a heart attack. He is considered one of the three finest flat jockeys in British racing history alongside Lester Piggott and Frankie Dettori.

Tactical rider known for patience, timing, and ability to get the best from horses

Legendary jockey who dominated British flat racing for over two decades with exceptional tactical skill

• Champion Jockey 11x
• Prix de l'Arc de Triomphe 4x
• Epsom Derby 3x