Jockey Rachael Blackmore to be made 'Honorary Corkwoman' for racing exploits

A special award will also be presented to Barry Woods, a former director of the Irish Examiner, for his input as a founding member of the awards scheme
Jockey Rachael Blackmore to be made 'Honorary Corkwoman' for racing exploits

Rachael Blackmore was the first female jockey to win the Aintree Grand National, Cheltenham Gold Cup and first to become leading jockey at Cheltenham. File photo

The extraordinary exploits of jockey Rachael Blackmore are to be heralded later this month when she’s expected to be bestowed with an 'Honorary Corkwoman' title.

Although Blackmore hails from Tipperary, her unique achievements on the racecourse will be recognised with the award at the annual Cork People of the Year celebrations, which will take place at the Rochestown Park Hotel, Cork, on January 27.

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