“A jump jockey has to throw his heart over the fence - and then go over and catch it.”
Quote by Dick Francis
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Dick Francis
Dick Francis, born on October 31, 1920, was a renowned jockey from the United Kingdom. He achieved great success in the mid-20th-century British horse racing scene, winning numerous championships. After his retirement as a jockey, he transitioned into a career as a writer, authoring over 40 mystery novels that have been widely appreciated by readers worldwide. more
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