William Buick vs Frankie Dettori
William Buick vs Frankie Dettori: head-to-head — careers, honours, key numbers and why the rivalry matters.
Why compare William Buick and Frankie Dettori?
Frankie Dettori has been a long-time rival of William Buick, with both jockeys often competing for top honors in major races. Their rivalry is characterized by thrilling races and significant victories.
William Buick
Key numbers
- Winners Ridden133
- Career Prize MoneyOver £42 million
Top honours
- British Classic Races5 wins, including St Leger Stakes (2010, 2011, 2021) and Derby (2018)
- Champion JockeyBritish flat racing Champion Jockey in 2022 and 2023
- Champion ApprenticeShared title in 2008
- Lester Award for Apprentice Jockey of the YearWon in 2007 and 2008
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Frankie Dettori
Key numbers
- Total Group 1 wins288
- British Classics won23
- Ascot Gold Cup wins9
- Champion Jockey titles3
Top honours
- Honorary MBEAwarded in 2001 for services to horse racing.
- British flat racing Champion JockeyWon three times (1994, 1995, 2004).
- 288 Group 1 racesIncluding 23 British Classic Races.
- Ascot Gold CupWon multiple times, including 1992, 1993, 1998, 2004, 2012, 2018, 2019, 2020, and 2023.