Mill House jockey Willie Robinson dies, aged 86

Robinson famously rode Mill House during his legendary rivalry with Arkle

Willie Robinson, who famously rode Mill House during his legendary rivalry with Arkle, has died at the age of 86.

The Meath man rode a succession of other big-race winners during his time as stable jockey to Fulke Walwyn in the 1960s, notably Anzio and Kirriemuir (Champion Hurdle), Mandarin (Hennessy Gold Cup), and Team Spirit (Grand National).