Michelle Payne

Michelle Payne

athlete Australia

Michelle Payne is a renowned Australian jockey who made history in 2015 by becoming the first woman to ride a Melbourne Cup winner, an achievement that brought attention to her family's close-knit bond, especially with her late sister Bernadette, who played a pivotal role in her upbringing.

Born on Sep 29, 1985 (40 years old)

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Australia Australia: Retired jockey Michelle Payne has arrived at the Flemington Racecourse, almost exactly a decade after the historic win which catapulted her to sporting fame. 9

The Sydney Morning Herald: Fashion, tips and race results from Flemington with main race to jump at 4.20pm; Observer, Providence, Options, Savastina favourites

Australia Australia: Michelle Payne was the first female jockey to win the Melbourne Cup, breaking barriers in a chauvinistic sport. 9

The Sydney Morning Herald: Details sexism she faced as a female jockey in Australia

Australia Australia: Michelle Payne became the first woman to ride a Melbourne Cup winner on Prince Of Penzance in 2015. 9

The Sydney Morning Herald: Bernadette Payne, sister of Melbourne Cup winner Michelle Payne, dies at 51