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.
First female jockey to finish third in Grand National, multiple Cheltenham Festival winner
How They Played
Fearless and tactical rider with exceptional race-reading ability
Lasting Impact
Pioneering female jockey who broke barriers in National Hunt racing
Cheltenham Festival winner
Career Honours
- Cheltenham Festival winner
- Grand National 3rd (2012) — best by female jockey
- Champion Conditional Jockey