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Frankie Dettori suffers broken ribs and thumb in car accident

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Last updated Jul 2, 2026

Frankie Dettori suffers broken ribs and thumb in car accident

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Frankie Dettori sustained several broken ribs and a broken thumb in a car accident in Newmarket on July 2, 2026. The incident occurred while he was driving, and he has been admitted to the hospital for further tests and observation. Dettori's injuries are being assessed, and he thanked the emergency services and medical staff caring for him. Known for his remarkable racing career, Dettori has over 3,350 victories and was expected to participate in the Leger Legends race at Doncaster in September.

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•Dettori was involved in a car collision in Newmarket.
•He is undergoing tests for his injuries in the hospital.
•Dettori is known for his notable racing achievements.
•His next scheduled ride is in the Leger Legends race in September.

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11:12 AMYahoo Sports — Horse racing great Frankie Dettori breaks ribs and thumb in car accident

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Frankie Dettori, one of the most successful jockeys in horse racing history, sustained “several broken ribs and a broken thumb” in a car crash and is undergoing further tests in hospital, his representatives said Thursday. The 55-year-old Dettori was driving a car that was involved in a collision with another vehicle in Newmarket, a town in eastern England regarded as the country's home of horse racing, H Talent Management said in a statement sent to The Associated Press.
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Yahoo SportsJul 2, 2026, 11:12 AM
Horse racing great Frankie Dettori breaks ribs and thumb in car accident
Frankie Dettori, one of the most successful jockeys in horse racing history, sustained “several broken ribs and a broken thumb” in a car crash and is undergoing further tests in hospital, his representatives said Thursday. The 55-year-old Dettori was driving a car that was involved in a collision with another vehicle in Newmarket, a town in eastern England regarded as the country's home of horse racing, H Talent Management said in a statement sent to The Associated Press.

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