Willie Carson Up Front

Willie Carson's Derby wins and his never-say-die racing tactics have endeared him to millions of racing fans. In this autobiography he talks with remarkable candour about his personal and professional life.

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Willie Carson is one of the most famous and popular jockeys in racing. From winning the Epsom Derby and Irish Derby on Troy, to victory in the 1989 Derby on Nashwan, his never-say-die racing tactics have endeared him to millions of racing fans. Now aged 51, he continues to ride very successfully, and in this autobiography, with an extra chapter by Brough Scott, Willie Carson talks with remarkable candour about his personal and professional life. The book includes Willie Carson's top 20 horses ranked in order of merit.