Alfred Day

Alfred Day (3 November 1830 to 4 January 1868) was a British jockey who won seven classic races between 1849 and 1859 and was nicknamed King Alfred for his success. He came from a well known racing family: his father was John Barham Day and several of his brothers were also jockeys, and he was closely associated with the stables of his brothers John and William, for whom he won most of his classics. He first drew notice at fourteen by winning the Goodwood Stakes, then took consecutive Ascot Gold Cups on The Hero in 1847 and 1848, and later rode a Derby winner on Andover. Contemporaries praised his seat, hands and judgement, and he rode for several titled owners. His final ride came at Epsom in April 1863, and he died aged 37.