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'It was unbelievable and I'm definitely going to milk it for as long as I can'

The Cheltenham Festival-winning rider, 24, takes the weekly grilling

Bridget Andrews and Mohaayed after their County Hurdle victory in 2018
Bridget Andrews and Mohaayed after their County Hurdle victory in 2018Credit: John Grossick (racingpost.com/photos)

What advice would you give your ten-year-old self?
Work hard and pay more attention at school.

Have you come down from the thrill of a Cheltenham Festival winner and ‘that picture’. Are you surprised by the media/public reaction to it all?
It was an unbelievable day and I feel very lucky to have been given the opportunity. I've been sent so many lovely messages and cards, I'm definitely going to milk it for as long as I can. I was very kindly sent by one of Dan's owners the original Birdie drawing of 'that picture' and I'm sure it will be taking centre stage in the house.

With Lizzie Kelly, Bryony Frost and yourself making headlines in the last two years do you think it will be any easier for women to get their chance in jump racing and how do they best go about getting the chance?
I don't believe there will ever be a female champion jockey nor a girl riding 100+ winners in a season, but there is almost definitely a place for girls in the sport. Lizzie, Bryony, myself and many other capable lady jockeys have proved we can successfully compete on a level playing field. Like any young jockey, regardless of gender, you've got to work hard, find a yard willing to support you and get lucky.

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