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Horse racing-Former top jockey Swinburn dies, aged 55

LONDON, Dec 12 (Reuters) - Triple English Derby-winning jockey Walter Swinburn has died at the age of 55, British media reported on Monday. Nicknamed the 'Choirboy', Swinburn was 19 when he rode Shergar to a memorable 10-length victory in the 1981 Derby at Epsom. After retiring as a jockey in 2000, he worked as a trainer between 2004-11. (Writing by Tony Jimenez; Editing by Ken Ferris)