However, owner Paul Jacobs has chosen to look for a new rider.
Bentley confirmed he had lost the ride during an interview with Racing UK at Chester.
Bentley and Limato had a fantastic year last seasonGetty Images
He said: “I’m not going to lie, it’s a massive setback for me and I’m incredibly disappointed to have lost that ride.
“As a jockey you really need that one horse that puts you out there and unfortunately I’ve lost that, but take nothing away, I’ve had some amazing days with him, so I’m very, very grateful for those.
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“We had some fantastic times and that can’t be taken away from me, he’s taken me to a new level and given me some opportunities I wouldn’t have had otherwise.”
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Doyle has ridden Limato on four occasions, winning three of them.
Candy said: “It’s a matter between Harry and Mr Jacobs and I wouldn’t like to comment.
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