Franki Dettori on Shantou and Pat Eddery on Dashyantor at the 1996 St Leger Day.
Franki Dettori on Shantou and Pat Eddery on Dashyantor at the 1996 St Leger Day.

Which of these horse riding jockeys do you recognise from Doncaster's St Leger Festival in the 90s and noughties?

St Leger Day is just around the corner so here are retro photos of jockey’s and horses from past events to get you excited for the big day.

By Laura Andrew
Friday, 10th September 2021, 9:49 am

Click through this article to see photos of jockeys and horses at the races in the 1990s.

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1. Victory

Frankie Dettori won the St Leger in 1996 - here he is with a big grin on his face.

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2. Neck and neck

Horse Tough Speed ridden by K Fallon who wins the first race of the St Leger in 1999.

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3. Winners grin

Winner K Fallon after winning a race in 1999.

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4. What a win

Franki Detorri celebrating his win in 1996.

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