Hayley Turner became only the second female jockey – and first since Gay Kelleway 32 years ago – to ride a Royal Ascot winner when Thanks Be triumphed in the Sandringham Handicap.
Turner got Charlie Fellowes’ 33/1 shot home in front by a neck from the Queen’s Magnetic Charm over the straight mile.
Reflecting on her success, Turner, who had a brief spell in retirement before returning to the saddle, said: “The girls’ changing rooms are full now – and it was only a matter of time.
“Gay Kelleway was obviously the first, and great respect to her.”
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