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British Classic trailblazer Saffie Osborne eyes upset in The Golden Eagle

Racegoers at Royal Randwick on Saturday will get a front row seat to watch Saffie Osborne in action. Osborne created history by becoming the first woman to win a British Classic when she saluted aboard the Joseph O’Brien trained Highwayman…

Published: Thursday, 29 October 2026 at 4:00 AM
British Classic trailblazer Saffie Osborne eyes upset in The Golden Eagle
Key Things to Know
  • Saffie Osborne will ride Amazing Journey in the $10 million Golden Eagle at Royal Randwick.
  • Osborne previously made history as the first woman to win a British Classic aboard Highwayman.
  • Amazing Journey, trained by Ciaron Maher, makes his Australian debut after drawing barrier 15.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Historic British Classic-winning jockey Saffie Osborne will ride in the $10 million Golden Eagle at Royal Randwick on Saturday. Osborne is set to partner the Ciaron Maher-trained import Amazing Journey, who will be making his Australian racing debut in the event.

Osborne previously rode Amazing Journey in eight starts in England, including a victory at Ascot on July 25. Despite drawing barrier 15, Osborne expressed excitement about the horse's turn of foot and competitive form over the seven-and-a-half-furlong distance.

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