Frankie Dettori hospitalized after serious car crash in Newmarket
The Guardian Sport • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 2, 2026, 9:30 AM
Last updated Jul 2, 2026
Frankie Dettori has been hospitalized following a severe car accident in Newmarket on the evening of July 1. Dettori's vehicle was reportedly struck on the rear passenger side, causing it to spin and flip over. The 55-year-old sustained broken ribs and a broken thumb, and remains under medical observation. His agency has requested privacy while he focuses on recovery. Dettori was set to make a comeback this autumn for a charity race scheduled for September 11, 2026, but his participation is now uncertain as he prioritizes his healing.
- •Dettori hospitalized with broken ribs and thumb after car crash
- •Accident occurred in Newmarket on July 1
- •Emergency services responded quickly to the scene
- •Plans for a charity race in September 2026 are now in doubt
- 10:05 AMThe Guardian Sport — Frankie Dettori breaks ribs and thumb after car accident in Newmarket
- 9:30 AMYahoo Sports — Racing Icon Frankie Dettori Hospitalized After Newmarket Car Crash
"55-year-old remains in hospital after Wednesday incident Agency says Dettori’s car spun and flipped after being struck Frankie Dettori sustained several broken ribs and a broken thumb after being involved in a car accident in Newmarket on Wednesday evening. Dettori’s injuries are still being assessed in hospital. Another vehicle struck the rear passenger side of the car the 55-year-old was driving, according to his management company H Talent Management. Continue reading...
"Legendary former jockey Frankie Dettori has been rushed to the hospital following a serious car accident in Suffolk – with […]
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External links- The Guardian SportJul 2, 2026, 10:05 AMFrankie Dettori breaks ribs and thumb after car accident in Newmarket
55-year-old remains in hospital after Wednesday incident Agency says Dettori’s car spun and flipped after being struck Frankie Dettori sustained several broken ribs and a broken thumb after being involved in a car accident in Newmarket on Wednesday evening. Dettori’s injuries are still being assessed in hospital. Another vehicle struck the rear passenger side of the car the 55-year-old was driving, according to his management company H Talent Management. Continue reading...
- Yahoo SportsJul 2, 2026, 9:30 AMRacing Icon Frankie Dettori Hospitalized After Newmarket Car Crash
Legendary former jockey Frankie Dettori has been rushed to the hospital following a serious car accident in Suffolk – with […]
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