Leap of Faith

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Legendary jockey Frankie Dettori shares his remarkable life story in this intimate autobiography. Arriving in Britain at just 14, he spoke no English and was determined to follow in his father's footsteps as a stable boy and apprentice jockey. Despite his slight stature, Frankie quickly made a significant impact on British racing. In 1990, he became the first teenager since Lester Piggott to win over 100 races in a single season. By 1996, he was a celebrity and national treasure, solidified by his extraordinary achievement of winning all seven races in one day at Ascot, marking him as the greatest rider of his generation. Nearly 25 years later, he has won the Longines World’s Best Jockey title three years in a row, showcasing unparalleled longevity in his sport. However, his journey includes personal struggles, such as a near-fatal plane crash, a drugs ban that almost led him to quit, and a contentious split from Godolphin that jeopardized his career. Yet, this memoir is also a story of love—for the sport, the great horses of his era, and his family, who have supported him throughout. Heartfelt and poignant, it celebrates perseverance and defying the odds.