Frankie Dettori sustained several broken ribs and a broken thumb after being involved in a car accident in Newmarket on Wednesday evening. The 55-year-old jockey's injuries are still being assessed in hospital.
Accident Details
According to his management company H Talent Management, another vehicle struck the rear passenger side of the car Dettori was driving, causing it to spin and flip. Dettori was taken to hospital, where scans revealed multiple broken ribs and a broken thumb. He remains under observation for further assessment.
“H Talent Management can confirm that Frankie Dettori was involved in a road traffic accident in Newmarket on the evening of Wednesday, 1st July,” a statement read. “Another vehicle struck the rear passenger side of the car Frankie was driving, causing it to spin and flip. Frankie was taken to hospital, where he was found to have sustained several broken ribs and a broken thumb. His injuries are still being assessed, and he remains in hospital for further scans and observation.”
Recovery and Privacy Request
Dettori expressed gratitude to the emergency services and medical team caring for him. His management stated, “Frankie would like to thank the emergency services who attended the scene, together with the doctors, nurses and wider medical team caring for him. His focus is now on resting and recovering. H Talent Management respectfully asks that Frankie’s privacy is respected at this time. No further comment will be made until there is a meaningful update.”
Racing Comeback Plans Affected
Dettori has not ridden in Britain since October 2023 when he won the Champion Stakes on King Of Steel at Ascot. He was due to return to the saddle in the Leger Legends race at Doncaster during the St Leger Festival in September. The accident may impact those plans.
