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Saffie Osborne Set to Break Barriers in 150th Preakness Stakes

The 23-year-old jockey will become the first British-based and third female rider to compete in the US dirt Classic aboard Heart Of Honor, a 12-1 contender trained by her father.

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Overview

  • Saffie Osborne will make her US riding debut in the Preakness Stakes, the second leg of the US Triple Crown, at Pimlico Race Course in Baltimore.
  • Osborne is the first British-based jockey and only the third female rider to compete in the 150-year history of the dirt Classic.
  • Heart Of Honor, trained by Osborne's father Jamie, enters the nine-runner field as a 12-1 morning line chance after finishing a close second in the UAE Derby in March.
  • The Preakness serves as a stepping stone for Heart Of Honor's broader campaign targeting prestigious international dirt races like the Saudi Cup and Dubai World Cup.
  • Osborne prepared for her US dirt debut by seeking advice from American racing figures, including Sophie Doyle and Hall of Famer Steve Cauthen.