Frankie Dettori, the legendary jockey at the age of 52, achieved an extraordinary ninth Ascot Gold Cup win on Courage Mon Ami before his retirement. This victory came as a surprise to many as Courage Mon Ami had only competed in four races in his lifetime. However, under Dettori’s masterful guidance, the four-year-old son of Frankel triumphed over the pre-race favorite, Coltrane. The race was filled with daring maneuvers and excitement, making it a pure showcase of Dettori’s talent and showmanship.
This win was a redemption for Dettori after a difficult defeat on Stradivarius in the previous year’s race. It was a tactical disaster that momentarily threatened his long-standing partnership with trainer John Gosden. However, this year’s Gold Cup win not only brought Dettori joy but also marked his 79th victory at the Royal meeting.
Dettori described Courage Mon Ami’s race as perfect, giving credit to his trainer, John Gosden, for pulling off a surprise victory. The Italian jockey praised the horse’s turn of foot and his ability to keep going, even when faced with a strong challenge from Oisin Murphy on Coltrane. The celebrations were made even more special as Dettori’s children, Leo and Tallulah, joined him on the podium to shake hands with King Charles and Queen Camilla.
Reflecting on his long-standing partnership with Gosden, Dettori expressed admiration for the trainer and highlighted their strong bond throughout their 30 years of working together. Despite one argument, which was quickly resolved, their relationship has remained solid, something that few marriages can boast.
Courage Mon Ami’s victory was particularly significant as the horse was purchased by Wathnan Racing, connected to the Qatari royal family, just before the race. This win, along with Gregory’s previous triumph, showcased the impressive success of their acquisitions. To celebrate his Gold Cup triumph, Dettori threw the trophy into the air in pure elation.
In another surprising turn of events at Royal Ascot, Valiant Force, ridden by Rossa Ryan and trained by Adrian Murray, pulled off a shocking 150-1 victory in the Norfolk Stakes. This made Valiant Force the joint longest-priced winner in Royal Ascot history, sharing the title with Nando Parrado, the victor of the 2020 Coventry Stakes. The owner of King Of Steel, Kia Joorabchian from Amo Racing, expressed their dedication and determination in their pursuit of victory.
Overall, Frankie Dettori’s final Gold Cup win and Valiant Force’s unexpected triumph added excitement and unpredictability to the Royal Ascot races, leaving spectators in awe of these incredible achievements.
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