Rachael Blackmore has made history at Cheltenham.
The Tipperary woman has become the first female jockey to win a race at the festival.
Rachael Blackmore was on board the Henry de Bromhead trained Honeysuckle in the Champion Hurdle Challenge Trophy.
Rachael Blackmore becomes the first female jockey to win a championship race at The Festival ™
Honeysuckle remains unbeaten with a spectacular victory in The @UnibetRacing Champion Hurdle Challenge Trophy#CheltenhamFestival pic.twitter.com/KjfnX2g7Ds— CheltenhamRacecourse (@CheltenhamRaces) March 16, 2021
Henry de Bromhead spoke after the race:
"Amazing, stuff you would dream of, never thought that this would happen.
"She is an amazing mare, she is just incredible, what a partnership she and Rachael have, Rachael was amazing, I thought she was so cool throughout the race."
Rachael Blackmore gave her reaction saying "it feels absolutely incredible."
"I can't believe we just won a champion hurdle, it's incredible.
"I hope Kenny Alexander is getting a kick out of this at home, I'm sure he is and Peter Moloney. It's unbelievable for everyone in the yard, they all work so hard."
"I'm speechless to be honest, I really am. I can't believe we just won a Champion Hurdle!"
A brilliant interview by @rachaelblackmor after making history at Cheltenham!
What a star! 🌟#CheltenhamFestival #VMTVRacing pic.twitter.com/GcBZWjuk1t— Virgin Media Sport (@VMSportIE) March 16, 2021
