David Elsworth, trainer of Desert Orchid, announces retirement at 82
Champion racehorse Desert Orchid in Hyde Park, London, in 2000, with trainer David Elsworth (holding his reins, third from left) who has announced his retirement after a near 50-year career. Photo: Rebecca Naden/PA
David Elsworth, trainer of the great Desert Orchid, has announced his retirement after a long and illustrious career.
‘Dessie’, as the dashing grey was affectionately known by his adoring public, won the 1989 Cheltenham Gold Cup as well as the King George VI Chase four times and the 1990 Irish Grand National – among many other big races.
