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Saffie Osborne becomes first woman to win a British Classic

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Last updated Sep 12, 2026

Saffie Osborne becomes first woman to win a British Classic
Summary

Saffie Osborne recorded a historic victory at the 250th Betfred St Leger at Doncaster on September 12, 2026. Osborne steered Highwayman to win the race, marking the first time a female jockey has finished first in any of the British Classic races. The victory contributed to a 1-2 finish for trainer Joseph O'Brien, as Enceladus secured second place. Amelia Earhart completed the podium by finishing third. The event was part of the wider Leger Festival, which included other races at the Doncaster venue. Following this result, focus moves to other upcoming racing fixtures within the festival schedule.

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By the Numbers
  • •Saffie Osborne is the first woman to win a British Classic.
  • •Highwayman won the 250th Betfred St Leger at Doncaster.
  • •Joseph O'Brien trained both the winner and runner-up.
  • •Enceladus finished second and Amelia Earhart finished third.
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  • 3:40 PMYahoo Sports — Saffie Osborne makes history as first female jockey to win a British Classic
  • 3:36 PMThe Guardian Sport — Saffie Osborne makes racing history as first woman to win a British Classic
  • 3:23 PMYahoo Sports — Osborne makes history as first female jockey to win a Classic with St Ledger victory
  • 3:17 PMBBC Sport — Osborne becomes first female jockey to win British Classic with St Leger triumph
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Highwayman rider’s landmark victory in the St Leger ‘As I crossed the line I was in shock. I can’t believe it’ Saffie Osborne may only be 24, but like Rachael Blackmore before her, she is on course to leave a lasting impression in a male-dominated industry. Just as Blackmore smashed a glass ceiling in becoming the first woman to ride the winner of the Grand National, Osborne is the first partner the winner of the St Leger, the world’s oldest Classic, in its 250th year. For that matter, she is the first to win any British Classic. Continue reading...

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Saffie Osborne became the first female jockey to win a British Classic horse race while riding Highwayman in the St Leger on Saturday. Highwayman, trained by Joseph O’Brien, was priced 11-1 and finished ahead of Enceladus and Amelia Earhart. “I didn’t have this on the bingo card for this week," Osborne told ITV Racing.

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Saffie Osborne made history at Doncaster as she became the first female jockey to win a British Classic, steering Highwayman to victory in the 250th Betfred St Leger.

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