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Frankie Dettori, the champion Italian jockey who had dominated the equestrian world for 35 years, had a phenomenal 2023 ending. His stellar entry at the famous “I’m A Celebrity… Get Me Out Of Here”, had his fans swooning over his venturing abilities. So, as a thank-you note to his fans, Dettori announces the unexpected.

The 52-year-old jockey was a wild card alongside Tony Bellew. In the game where surviving adverse situations is main, the elite horseracing jockey stood out. Fans had loved him in the Bushtucker challenge on board Nick Pickard, and even when he returned with zero stars. But they cannot see any more of him now.

Frankie Dettori exits the game show!

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According to majority votes, Frankie Dettori becomes the first participant to go home. But his elimination didn’t disappoint the jockey. Rather, he took to his X handle to post Thank you with a blue heart. In the video, he said, “….I’m out of the jungle. It was an amazing experience. Thank you for all your support, love you all.

He further apologized for his inconsistency, saying, I can’t reply to all the messages, but I’m gonna see you all soon.He concluded the video by blowing a kiss to his fans. However some fans are excited about his return on the race tracks. Another X post read,Frankie Leaves The Jungle! A brilliant campmate who showed kindness, encouragement and enthusiasm throughout. Whilst we’re gutted to see Frankie leave the Jungle; we’re pleased to have him back in the real world!The caption asserts that Dettori was a clear favorite of the fellow contestants and the fans, too.

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Frankie gets back to equestrianism

Since the Italian jockey keeps on reposting the X posts by his fans and close ones, they also have a lot to say about him on all occasions. Since the celebrities are not allowed with their smart phones inside the jungle, they usually allot someone reliable to take responsibility of the social handles. Having said so, the one Dettori’s handset was with postedBefore we hand the socials back to Frankie…”

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The caption further read, “I just wanted to say a big thanks for bringing the fun, the hilarious tweets and keeping me company during his @imacelebrity adventure!” Now, the world awaits Frank Dettori to turn heads again, despite a retirement announcement. Probably willing to explore the US circuit, the 52-year-old is soon to step into California.

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