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Willie Carson's guide to the course

The Epsom Derby


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Introduction

1. Weighing room

2. Paddock

3. The start

4. Early stages

5. 5 furlongs

6. The stands

7. Downhill

8. Home straight

9. Winning post

INTRODUCTION

Willie Carson was one of Flat racing's most successful jockeys, winning the Epsom Derby four times.

Now a pundit, he gives BBC Sport Online a unique insider's view of the course.

 
Find out what goes through a jockey's mind during the big race.

And you can take a virtual tour of the course with our amazing 360-degree panoramic camera pictures.


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