Saffie Osborne wins St Leger, first female jockey to claim Classic title
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 17, 2026, 5:19 AM
Last updated Sep 17, 2026
Saffie Osborne made history by winning the St Leger at Doncaster, becoming the first female jockey to secure a British Classic title. At 24, she expressed that her victory has alleviated her previous 'fear of failure,' marking a significant milestone in her career. Osborne reflected on her journey, acknowledging the challenges of a male-dominated sport and the struggles she has faced, including serious injuries. The win is seen as a potential breakthrough for female jockeys in racing, opening doors for future opportunities. While she aims to achieve more, including aspiring to be champion jockey, she maintains that her gender does not affect how she is viewed within the industry.
- •Saffie Osborne won the St Leger at Doncaster on September 16.
- •She became the first woman to win a British Classic.
- •Osborne has had a challenging journey, including serious injuries.
- •She aims to be champion jockey, a first for a female rider.
- •Osborne's success may encourage greater inclusion in racing.
- 5:19 AMYahoo Sports — St Leger win has removed Osborne's fear of failure
- 5:19 AMBBC Sport — St Leger win has removed Osborne's fear of failure
"St Leger-winning jockey Saffie Osborne says the "fear of failure" has left her now she has won a British Classic, becoming the first woman to do so.
"St Leger-winning jockey Saffie Osborne says the "fear of failure" has left her now she has won a British Classic, becoming the first woman to do so.
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External links- Yahoo SportsSep 17, 2026, 5:19 AMSt Leger win has removed Osborne's fear of failure
St Leger-winning jockey Saffie Osborne says the "fear of failure" has left her now she has won a British Classic, becoming the first woman to do so.
- BBC SportSep 17, 2026, 5:19 AMSt Leger win has removed Osborne's fear of failure
St Leger-winning jockey Saffie Osborne says the "fear of failure" has left her now she has won a British Classic, becoming the first woman to do so.
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