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Sir AP McCoy's wise words to Frankie Dettori as he leads tributes to retiring jockey

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Frankie Dettori announced on Saturday that 2023 will be his final year of competing. He will ride at Royal Ascot and Epsom's Derby for one final time. Sir AP McCoy advised him to enjoy the last year. Dittori has won more than 3,300 races in his 35-year career. He had all seven winners on the racecard at Ascott in 1996. Gary Wiltshire took on his last ride and had to pay out £1.4 million. Brough Scott, 80, said Duttori will never be replaced. It's going to be emotional for him.

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