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www.gbnews.comHere’s the latest on Rachael Blackmore and the documentary/album-style project you asked about, based on recent reporting.
- Rachael Blackmore’s 2021 Grand National win on Minella Times made history as the first female jockey to win the race, and she has remained a central figure in horse racing media and events since then.[2]
- In late 2025 and into 2026, reports indicate she has stepped back from riding and transitioned to life after retirement from professional racing; some outlets note a public focus on media engagements and ambassador roles rather than race riding.[3][8]
- The project title “A Grand Year” has appeared in reference materials and listings related to Blackmore’s career highlights and media portrayals, including earlier documentaries and biographical features; contemporary updates emphasize her ongoing influence in the sport even after retirement.[4][9]
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- A timeline visual: 2021 Grand National win → 2025 retirement from riding → 2026 post-racing life and media/ambassador roles. This keeps her status as a historic figure in racing while highlighting her post-ride activities.
If you’d like, I can search for more recent articles or provide a brief annotated bibliography with direct quotes and dates. I can also assemble a concise timeline or a chart summarizing key milestones related to “A Grand Year” and Blackmore’s public roles.