Top jockey Rachael Blackmore turns children’s author with new book Granny National ahead of Aintree showcase

Rachael Blackmore
Grand National-winning jockey Rachael Blackmore has written her first children’s book.
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Racing sensation and history-making jockey Rachael Blackmore has released her first children’s book Granny National, which is currently available for pre-order.

In 2021, Rachael Blackmore became the first female jockey to win the Grand National in the race’s 182-year history. She will ride Minella Indo in this year’s race. View all the Grand National runners and riders

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