Racing legend Frankie Dettori has been hospitalised following a serious road traffic collision in Suffolk. The 55-year-old former jockey was driving in Newmarket on Wednesday evening when another vehicle struck the rear passenger side of his car, causing it to spin and flip over.
Dettori sustained several broken ribs and a broken thumb in the incident. Emergency services attended the scene before he was taken to hospital, where he remains for further scans and observation.
His management company, H Talent Management, released a statement confirming the accident and thanking the emergency services and medical team. The statement added that Dettori's focus is on resting and recovering, and requested privacy.
Dettori retired from riding earlier this year after a hugely successful career, but had been due to make a one-off return in September for the Legends race at Doncaster's St Leger Festival. He is now expected to focus on his recovery.
