Racing 07 May 2023 Des Wyatt remembered as a gentleman Des Wyatt never achieved champion status as a jockey, however after his recent passing he is being fondly remembered as one of the gentlemen of the jockeys’ room during an era of great riders. Racing 11 November 2022 Master jockey Roger Lang passes away Roger Lang, one of the best jockeys in an outstanding era, will be remembered for a list of achievements that defied his constant battle with weight.