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KW
Horse Racing Biography

Katie Walsh

“Katie W”

Irish · Tipperary, Ireland · Born 2 June 1985

National Hunt Jockey

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The most successful female jockey in Grand National history — finished third in the 2012 Grand National, the best result by a female jockey in the race's history, and a Cheltenham Festival winner whose bravery in the saddle earned her immense respect.

The most successful female jockey in Grand National history — finished third in the 2012 Grand National, the best result by a female jockey in the race's history, and a Cheltenham Festival winner whose bravery in the saddle earned her immense respect. Horse racing combines race craft, physical skill and the partnership between jockey and horse built through trust and experience. Career highlights included Cheltenham Festival winner, Grand National 3rd (2012) — best by female jockey, Champion Conditional Jockey. Katie represented the kind of complete athlete that horse racing produces only rarely — technically accomplished, physically conditioned and mentally equipped for the full demands of elite competition. The longevity and quality of Katie's achievements place them among the most respected figures in the modern history of horse racing.

Famous For

First female jockey to finish third in Grand National, multiple Cheltenham Festival winner

Playing Style

How They Played

Fearless and tactical rider with exceptional race-reading ability

Legacy

Lasting Impact

Pioneering female jockey who broke barriers in National Hunt racing

Best Known For

Cheltenham Festival winner

Honours & Achievements

Career Honours

  • Cheltenham Festival winner
  • Grand National 3rd (2012) — best by female jockey
  • Champion Conditional Jockey
Career Journey

Timeline

2004 📌 Professional jockey debut
2007 🥇 Champion Conditional Jockey
2012 🎯 3rd place Grand National - best finish by female jockey
2012 🏆 Cheltenham Festival winner
2015 📌 Retired from professional racing
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

2 common questions about Katie Walsh

Katie Walsh is Irish.

Katie Walsh played as a National Hunt Jockey.

Career Timeline — Katie Walsh
2004
Professional jockey debut
2007
Champion Conditional Jockey
2012
3rd place Grand National - best finish by female jockey
2012
Cheltenham Festival winner
2015
Retired from professional racing
Cheltenham Festival winner
Grand National 3rd (2012) — best by female jockey
Champion Conditional Jockey