At the Gap With Frankie Dettori

At the Breeders’ Cup because: Jockey of GI Breeders’ Cup Classic contender Imperative (Bernardini), GI Filly and Mare Sprint runner Judy the Beauty (Ghostzapper), GI Juvenile Fillies Turf starter Osaila (Ire) (Danehill Dancer {Ire}), GI Juvenile Turf runner Hootenanny (Quality Road), GI Turf runner Chicquita (Ire) (Montjeu {Ire}), as well as No Nay Never (Scat Daddy) in the GI Turf Sprint.

Born: Milan, Italy 

How he become involved in racing: My father was a quite successful jockey and I was crap in school and thought well, I might as well be a jockey myself. 

Favorite racehorse: The horse I won the seventh race with, Fujiyama Crest.

Favorite track: Ascot 

Any raceday superstitions: Being Italian, I have lots of superstitions. If I had to name one, it wouldn’t be fair, but I have a lot of superstitions. 

Where he can be found on his days off from racing: Sit and watch soccer.

Favorite sports team: Arsenal in England and Juventus in Italy. 

If he could have dinner with one historical figure who would it be: I would love to meet Muhammad Ali. 

If he didn’t work in horseracing what would he do: Work in T.V. 

Favorite cuisine: Italian and Japanese 

Favorite band: Coldplay 

Favorite movie: Gladiator 

Favorite city: Rome 

Person in the industry who has had the biggest impact on his career: My dad.

Favorite racetrack memory: Winning the seven races at Ascot.