What's happened
Hayley Turner wins her 1,000th race, becoming the first woman in Europe to achieve this feat.
Why it matters
Hayley Turner's achievement of 1,000 race wins is significant as she becomes the first woman in Europe to reach this milestone, breaking gender barriers in horse racing.
What the papers say
The Times says that Hayley Turner has played a leading role in removing gender barriers in horse racing, while The Independent highlights her achievement as the first woman in Europe to reach 1,000 race wins.
How we got here
Hayley Turner has been a trailblazer for female jockeys in Britain, achieving several milestones throughout her career, including being the first woman to partner 100 winners in a season in 2008.
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Hayley Turner OBE is an English jockey who competes in flat racing. Originally from Nottingham, she is based in Newmarket.
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