The Latest Breaking News from Lester Piggott

Paris magic and tradition keep the Arc in a class of its own above the latest gimmicks

It may not be the official best race in the world but winning at Longchamp still confers a status little else can match

The Guardian - UK · Sep 28

‘He’s a true legend’: what now for Frankie Dettori as racing’s biggest name leaves the stage?

The last person who transcends the sport could make more headlines at the Breeders’ Cup

The Guardian - UK · Oct 31, 2025

Royal Ascot: Trawlerman lands big one in Gold Cup to evoke memories of Sagaro

Seven-year-old Trawlerman won the Gold Cup at Royal Ascot in impressive style by seven lengths

The Guardian - UK · Jun 19, 2025

Getting a lift from my black swan event

Brief letters: Waitrose windfall | Lester v Luke | Darts disaster | Newspapers | A visit from Rishi

The Guardian - UK · Jan 7, 2024

Talking Horses: Frankie Dettori a poor bet for top Royal Ascot jockey

Owners and trainers want the Italian on their horses but backers still remember his wretched time at last year’s meeting

The Guardian - UK · Jun 12, 2023

Frankie Dettori relishes chance to ride Arrest in Epsom Derby swansong

Veteran jockey did not expect to bow out on a horse with ‘great chance to win the Derby’

The Guardian - UK · Jun 2, 2023

Talking Horses: Frankie Dettori send-off a season to savour for racefans

The greatest jockey of all time debate is best left until he leaves the stage but the Italian must be part of the discussion

The Guardian - UK · Dec 19, 2022

Queen Elizabeth II's incredible impact on British racing and kindness towards jockeys

Queen Elizabeth II had a lifelong interest in horse racing, one of her best moments came when Estimate won the 2012 Ascot Gold Cup, and she won all of the British Classic races - apart from the Derby

Daily Mirror · Sep 8, 2022

Perth Racecourse saddling up for Gold Cup competition this weekend

Racecourse CEO Hazel Peplinski is keen to build on the early-season success at the Scone track

Daily Record · Jun 3, 2022

Talking Horses: Rain causes mid-meeting inspections at four courses

Tracks at Lingfield, Haydock Park, Beverley and Chester were all affected, leading to cards being reduced and refund problems

The Guardian - UK · May 30, 2022