James Chandler

James Chandler was born at Reading on January 17, 1853, and - having ridden a few winners on the Flat - became a well-known jumps jockey.

He then switched to training and sent out the 1903 1,000 Guineas winner, Quintessence, who remained unbeaten.

On May 11, 1906, at Lambourn House, James Chandler committed suicide by slitting his throat.

He was 53.

James was buried at Upper Lambourn.

Article courtesy Chas Hammond.