 Richards is often regarded as the greatest jockey ever and set many records which still stand, including most flat race victories and most flat jockey championships.Piggott is descended from the great racing families of the 19th century, the Days and the Cannons, and for many is the greatest jockey still living.In the modern day, Frankie Dettori is the jockey with the widest public profile beyond racing, appearing on Celebrity Big Brother and launching his own food range.