Horse Racing: Blackmore Makes History as First Woman to Win Grand National

Horse Racing: Blackmore Makes History as First Woman to Win Grand National
Jockey Rachael Blackmore celebrates winning the Grand National riding Minella Times at Aintree Racecourse in Liverpool, UK, on April 10, 2021. Scott Heppell/Pool via Reuters
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LIVERPOOL—Rachael Blackmore made Grand National history by becoming the first female jockey to win the race as she steered Minella Times across the finishing line at Aintree on Saturday.

The Irishwoman, who became the first leading jockey at the Cheltenham Festival last month, timed her finish to perfection as Minella Times surged ahead after the 30th and final fence.