The money for Frankie Dettori’s mount in the derby has already flowed in.
The Italian was called up at the last minute to ride John Leeper for coach Ed Dunlop and the bookies have already seen a lot of support.
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Frankie Dettori has already won the 1000 Guineas and Lockinge Stakes this seasonPhoto credit: PA
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Frankie Dettori becomes John Leeper in the derby in Epsom. horse ridingPhoto credit: Rex
A 9-1 shot before Adam Kirby switched jockey to Dettori, John Leeper is now only 13-2 at most bookmakers.
Up to £ 20 million will be wagered on tomorrow’s big race at Epsom and the shifts expect Dettori and John Leeper to get plenty of that.
A win for John Leeper, a leading British hope, would be emotional for coach Dunlop as the horse was named after his late father, John ‘Leeper’ Dunlop.
It would also get another famous Frankie down.
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Aside from the jolly, it is John Leeper who is expected to continue receiving support.
Nicola McGeady of Ladbrokes reported, “Derby weekend is a huge event on the sports calendar, with an estimated £ 20 million lost across the industry.
“Not only is the Epsom Classic the biggest race of the season, but this year’s renewal looks set to be another fascinating race.
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“There’s a lot of confidence behind the favorite, but the momentum is picking up for Frankie Dettori and John Leeper.”
William Hill’s Rupert Adams said: “We can report significant support from Frankie Dettori with John Leeper for Saturday’s derby with the price cut from 9-1 to 13-2.
“As is so often the case, it’s about getting Frankie beaten as a Frankie win decimates bookmakers.”
