About Roger Poincelet
Lived 1921 – 1977 (aged 56). Roger Poincelet was a French jockey.
Roger Poincelet (3 March 1921 – 1 November 1977) was a French jockey who rode a total of over 3,000 winners in a long career on both the flat and, initially, jumps. He is regarded as one of the finest French jockeys ever.
He died in a Paris hospital on Tuesday, 1 November 1977, aged 57, after a long illness.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Roger Poincelet?
French jockey (1921–1977)
When was Roger Poincelet born?
Roger Poincelet was born on 3 March 1921 in 14th arrondissement of Paris.
When did Roger Poincelet die?
Roger Poincelet died on 1 November 1977 in 7th arrondissement of Paris.
What was Roger Poincelet's occupation?
Roger Poincelet was a jockey.
What nationality was Roger Poincelet?
Roger Poincelet was French.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Roger Poincelet. https://biography.guide/roger-poincelet/
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