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Claire Dwyer Is The "Face" Of The 2007 Epsom Derby Festival

Claire Dwyer, the wife of 2006 Derby winning jockey Martin Dwyer has been chosen as the Face of The 2007 Vodafone Derby Festival. As the Face of the Festival, Claire will be present at all Vodafone Derby Festival events including the National Launch at Bibendum, London on Tuesday 8th May and Breakfast with the Stars on Thursday 24th May. Claire will also be photographed modelling Tara O'Callaghan's millinery collection and Emma Hope's bespoke Derby shoe and will be at the Vodafone Derby Festival itself on Friday 1st and Saturday 2nd June.

Claire, who has many years of experience within the racing world, is daughter of top Lambourn trainer, William Muir. She follows all the racing closely, travelling to support her husband whenever possible along with their two children, Joseph and Daisy.

2006 saw Martin achieving his second Classic success when winning The Vodafone Derby aboard Sir Percy. He also won the Vodafone Oaks (casual look) at Epsom Downs Racecourse in 2003.

Claire Dwyer commented, 'I am honoured and privileged to have been asked to be the face of The 2007 Vodafone Derby Festival. Last year I could hardly watch the race as Martin rode Sir Percy in what was the tightest Derby finish in history! The Vodafone Derby Festival has a special place in our hearts and I can't wait until June to get dressed up and enjoy two very special days on The Downs and hopefully watch Martin ride another winner, although I am not sure if I could cope with another finish like last year!'