Frankie Dettori to carry Olympic Flame. Jockey Frankie Dettori can carry the Olympic flame when it reaches Ascot next Tuesday.
Dettori are going to be passed the torch because it makes its method from Ascot High Street and into the racecourse for a circuit of the parade ring.
The Italian rider said: "It is an honour and a privilege to be invited to hold the Olympic flame, particularly at a track that holds such happy reminiscences on behalf of me.
"I'll be watching when the flame reaches its final destination and also the Olympic Games will begin."
