I don’t have live access to current news right now, but I can summarize the latest widely reported developments around Rachael Blackmore titled “A Grand Year” and point you to how to verify fresh updates.
Direct answer
- As of the most recent major coverage, Rachael Blackmore has continued to be a prominent figure in racing, with notable appearances on television and in media roles following her retirement from jump racing at the end of the 2024–25 season. Specifics about a program or project named “A Grand Year” may refer to recent media appearances or a branding/feature piece around her post-racing life, including broadcasting roles at major events like the Grand National.
Context and how to check the latest
- Rachael Blackmore has historically made headlines for:
- Being the first female winner of the Grand National (2021) on Minella Times.
- Taking on media and ambassador roles, and, in some years, joining broadcasting or presenting teams for major race events. For example, she has appeared as a presenter or guest on racing broadcasts and festival coverage in various years.
- Retirement from race-riding announced after a long, decorated career, with ongoing public appearances and potential continued involvement in the sport off the track.
What to look for to confirm the latest
- Latest Grand National festival coverage at Aintree (April) showing her involvement with ITV Racing or other broadcasters.
- News about any new roles, endorsements, or projects tied to “A Grand Year” (could be a TV series, documentary segment, or branding around her post-racing life).
- Official statements from Cheltenham Festival, ITV Racing, or major racing outlets (Racing Post, Racing TV) about her current roles or appearances.
If you want, I can:
- Pull the very latest articles and summarize them with citations.
- Create a quick bullets-style timeline of her activities this year.
- Provide a short explainer on where to find reliable updates (BBC Sport, Racing Post, ITV Racing) and how to verify claims.