Pioneering jockey Diane Crump dies at 77
Diane Crump, who broke the gender barrier in US horse racing in 1969 and rode in the Kentucky Derby, has died. Read about her trailblazing legacy.
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Pioneering female jockey Diane Crump dies aged 77
Diane Crump, the first woman to ride professionally in the US and compete in the Kentucky Derby, has died after a battle with brain cancer. Read her inspiring story.
Pioneering female jockey Diane Crump dies aged 77
Diane Crump, who broke barriers as the first woman to ride as a professional jockey in the US and in the Kentucky Derby, has died peacefully after a battle with brain cancer. Read her inspiring story.
Irish jockey Paul Kavanagh dies in Christmas Eve car crash
The horse racing world is mourning the loss of 20-year-old conditional jockey Paul Kavanagh, who died following a car accident on Christmas Eve. Read tributes from his trainer and the sport's response.
Tributes paid to jockey, 20, killed in Christmas Eve crash
The horse racing community in Britain and Ireland is in mourning after 20-year-old conditional jockey Paul Kavanagh died in a car crash on Christmas Eve. Read the full story and tributes.
Rising Jockey Bronte Simpson Dies in Car Accident Aged 24
The racing world mourns apprentice jockey Bronte Simpson, killed in a crash near Dubbo. Tributes flow for the talented 24-year-old who had just begun her promising career.
16-year-old jockey dies after racecourse fall in Rio
Promising apprentice Joaquim Pavoski Dapper has died from injuries sustained in a fall at Gavea racecourse. The 16-year-old had ridden three winners. Read the full tragic story.
Teen sensation Loughnane wins 2025 jockey title
19-year-old Billy Loughnane has been crowned the 2025 Annual Flat Jockey Champion after a record-breaking season with 207 wins. Discover his incredible rise from just six wins in 2022.
Reeves' Chess Champion Claim Questioned by Former Winner
Chancellor Rachel Reeves faces scrutiny over claims she was the 1993 British girls' under-14 chess champion. The real winner, composer Emily Howard, remains silent as experts dispute the credentials.
Sophie Doyle retires from horse racing after US success
British jockey Sophie Doyle announces her retirement after a trailblazing career spanning the UK and US, highlighted by a Grade 1 victory and 478 American wins. Discover her remarkable journey.
Teenage jockey Tommie Jakes dies in racing tragedy
The horse racing community mourns as 17-year-old jockey Tommie Jakes tragically passes away following a devastating fall at a point-to-point event in Yorkshire.
Hollie Doyle makes history with Hong Kong Group race win
British racing sensation Hollie Doyle creates history at Happy Valley, becoming the first female jockey to win a Group race in Hong Kong aboard the remarkable Healthy Happy.
Jockey Tommie Jakes dies after Cheltenham race fall
The racing world mourns as 37-year-old jockey Tommie Jakes passes away following a devastating fall at Cheltenham racecourse, with tributes pouring in from across the sport.
Champion's vow to paralyzed apprentice jockey
Racing star pledges life-changing support to young jockey facing permanent paralysis after tragic training accident that shocked the racing community.
Melbourne Cup jockey cops massive suspension for shocking act
Professional jockey receives unprecedented suspension following dangerous riding incident during the iconic Melbourne Cup, sparking outrage in horse racing community.
Jockey Callum Bewley dies after Newton Abbot race fall
The horse racing community mourns as jockey Callum Bewley passes away after a catastrophic incident at Newton Abbot Racecourse, sparking safety discussions across the sport.
Oisin Murphy gets 14-day whip ban at Newmarket
Three-time champion jockey Oisin Murphy has been handed a 14-day suspension and £1,000 fine for improper whip use during a dramatic finish at Newmarket, marking another setback in his comeback season.
Jockey Tommie Jakes remembered as fundraiser tops £50k
The horse racing world mourns amateur jockey Tommie Jakes while a fundraising campaign surges past £50,000 to support his grieving family following his tragic passing.
Jockey Hector Crouch hospitalised after horrific Brighton fall
Professional jockey Hector Crouch fights for recovery following a devastating fall from Tommie Jakes during a race at Brighton, sparking safety concerns across British horse racing.
Frankie Dettori announces retirement from horse racing
Horse racing icon Frankie Dettori confirms his retirement in emotional announcement, ending one of the sport's most celebrated careers spanning over three decades.
Jockey Tommie Jakes dies after Newton Abbot race fall
The racing world mourns as jockey Tommie Jakes, 25, passes away following a devastating fall during a race at Newton Abbot, with tributes pouring in for the talented rider.
Teen jockey Tommie Jakes dies aged 19
The horse racing community is in mourning after 19-year-old apprentice jockey Tommie Jakes died unexpectedly at his family home, leaving the sport devastated by the loss of a promising young talent.
Jockey Tommie Jakes dies after Worcester race fall
The racing world mourns as 37-year-old jockey Tommie Jakes passes away following a catastrophic fall during a race at Worcester, sparking safety discussions across the sport.
Tom Aspinall Plans UFC Title Defence in Manchester
British UFC star Tom Aspinall confirms plans for heavyweight title defence in Manchester this autumn, calling out top contenders in exclusive interview.
James McDonald's 2025 Cox Plate Quest Revealed
Champion jockey James McDonald reveals his ambitious plans to conquer the 2025 Cox Plate at Moonee Valley Racecourse in this exclusive preview of Australia's weight-for-age championship.
Champion Jockey Sean Bowen Misses Cheltenham with Injury
Reigning champion jockey Sean Bowen faces heartbreak as an ankle injury forces him to miss the prestigious Cheltenham Festival, dealing a major blow to his title defence and festival aspirations.
Aussie jockey faces career-ending ban over assault claims
Group One-winning Australian jockey James Innes Jr confronts a potentially career-ending suspension following serious sexual assault and harassment claims that have rocked the racing world.
Tyson Fury in tears during emotional Venezuela visit
Heavyweight champion Tyson Fury was overcome with emotion after witnessing extreme poverty in Venezuela, calling it a 'life-changing experience' that put his boxing career into perspective.
Marquand's Gift Horse delivers emotional Ascot victory
Tom Marquand delivers a stunning performance aboard Gift Horse at Ascot, securing an emotional victory in the Royal silks and marking another highlight in his championship season.
Usyk reverses retirement, recruits Moses Itauma for comeback
Undisputed heavyweight champion Oleksandr Usyk reverses retirement decision, recruits British prodigy Moses Itauma for training camp ahead of potential title defence.
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