Lester Piggott was born into a family of jockeys and trainers dating back to the 18th century.
His mother is Lilian Iris Rickaby and father is Ernest Keith Piggott.
Lester Piggott parents: Ernest Keith Piggott, Lilian Iris Rickaby
He began racing horses from his father’s stable when he was 10 years old, and won his first race at Haydock Park when he was twelve years old on a horse named The Chase.
Ernest Piggott was Lester Piggott’s grandfather. Horses were owned by both Lester Piggott’s grandpa and father.
Lester Piggott was partially deaf, which made it difficult for him to communicate, but he also developed the reputation of being mute for these reasons.
Are Lester Piggott parents still alive?
It is not known whether they are both alive or not.
Meanwhile, Piggott died at the age of 86 and was widely considered as the greatest jockey to ever ride on British soil.
It’s doubtful that he’ll be beaten in important races.
Does Lester Piggott have any siblings?
He is thought to have siblings, although none have been identified.
