Cant agree with that. The first female jockey to ride the winner of the Melbourne Cup since inception is big news. Thats why its getting the coverage it does. In a sport where females found it difficult to be accepted her achievement is remarkable. As she said, the boys club tried to have her lose the ride but she fought back. Yes Prince of Penzance was the declared the winner of the race but in no short measure to the skill of the jockey. The horse was 100-1 and Michelle gave it every chance and it won.
If she came across as a feminist, good on her. Maybe her words will resonate and help other young women who face discriminatory barriers in their life journey.
