Aamilah Aswat, 20, makes history in UK horse racing by becoming the first black female British jump jockey to win a jumps race. The young rider achieved this milestone just months after she became the first black female British jump jockey to compete in a race in Britain.
Aswat's journey into horse racing began when she was five years old at St James City Farm, an inner-city stable in Gloucester. She started riding ponies and was hooked by the sport. After linking up with trainers Kim Bailey and Mat Nicholls, Aswat went on to win her first professional ride just three months after taking out her jockey's license.
Her latest victory has reignited her dream of competing in the Grand National, one of the most prestigious jumps races in the world. The coveted event is seen as the ultimate target for aspiring jump jockeys. Aswat aims to become the first black female British jump jockey to achieve this feat.
Aswat's remarkable achievement has been met with widespread support from the racing community and beyond. Kim Bailey, one of her trainers, praised Aswat's natural talent and ability to take on challenges head-on. He expressed confidence in her ability to cope with the demands of competing at the highest level and facing potential social media abuse.
Aswat looks up to Khadijah Mellah, the first British Muslim woman to win a horse race in Britain, as an inspiration and role model. She credits Mellah's success in making her believe in herself even more.
For Aswat, this victory is not just about personal achievement but also about inspiring others to pursue their passions despite any obstacles they may face.
Aswat's journey into horse racing began when she was five years old at St James City Farm, an inner-city stable in Gloucester. She started riding ponies and was hooked by the sport. After linking up with trainers Kim Bailey and Mat Nicholls, Aswat went on to win her first professional ride just three months after taking out her jockey's license.
Her latest victory has reignited her dream of competing in the Grand National, one of the most prestigious jumps races in the world. The coveted event is seen as the ultimate target for aspiring jump jockeys. Aswat aims to become the first black female British jump jockey to achieve this feat.
Aswat's remarkable achievement has been met with widespread support from the racing community and beyond. Kim Bailey, one of her trainers, praised Aswat's natural talent and ability to take on challenges head-on. He expressed confidence in her ability to cope with the demands of competing at the highest level and facing potential social media abuse.
Aswat looks up to Khadijah Mellah, the first British Muslim woman to win a horse race in Britain, as an inspiration and role model. She credits Mellah's success in making her believe in herself even more.
For Aswat, this victory is not just about personal achievement but also about inspiring others to pursue their passions despite any obstacles they may face.
She's been riding since she was 5 and now she's the first black female British jump jockey to win a jumps race in the UK!! I'm so proud of her! 
And can you even imagine how hard it must've been for her to break all those barriers? Like, not just proving herself as a rider but also showing that anyone can do anything they set their mind to no matter what anyone else says. 
Aswat's journey is literally an inspiration and I'm totally rooting for her when it comes to the Grand National! 
Fingers crossed she makes history again!
. is it the journey itself or the destination that truly matters? i mean, she's already won so much just by existin', but she's not done yet 
. social media can be a real double-edged sword, right? on one hand, it's like this vast, anonymous space where anyone can share their thoughts; on the other, it's like a never-endin' feedback loop of negativity 
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. and if we can learn to support each other, celebrate each other's successes, and lift each other up when the goin' gets tough... then i think we'll be unstoppable 
another bright spot in a world that needs it 
. Aamilah Aswat's historic win in UK horse racing is definitely something to celebrate, but let's not forget the struggles she faced along the way 
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. The question is, how will we respond as a community? Will we rally around her, or will we tear her down?
she did!!! Aamilah Aswat's determination & talent is a reminder that with hard work & passion, anything is possible 
Aamilah Aswat is literally breaking barriers and shattering glass ceilings in the horse racing world! I mean, she's not only a talented jockey but also an inspiration to so many people, especially young girls from inner-city backgrounds who might be thinking of pursuing a career in sports.
And Aswat looking up to Khadijah Mellah as a role model is amazing, it's all about uplifting each other and showing that anything is possible with hard work and determination.
can you imagine a 5-year-old Aswat on a pony 
, now can she get that Grand National win? 
I'm beyond proud of Aamilah Aswat she's literally breaking barriers and smashing glass ceilings in the horse racing world . Can't believe she's the first black female British jump jockey to win a jumps race , it's such an amazing milestone . Her journey is truly inspiring , going from riding ponies at 5 to becoming a pro rider at just 20 is no easy feat .
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But what I find really inspiring is her attitude - she's not just focused on herself, but wants to use her platform to motivate others to keep going despite obstacles. That takes so much courage and heart 
. And let's be real, it's about time we saw more diversity in horse racing 
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The fact that she's setting her sights on the Grand National, which is like the ultimate goal for any jockey, is just amazing. I'm sending all my love and support to this incredible young woman! 
. Still can't get enough of her story, though - she's an inspiration not just for black women but for anyone who's ever felt like they don't quite fit the mold 
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