Diane Crump, first woman to ride in Kentucky Derby, dies at 77.

Diane Crump, the first woman to ride professionally in a horse race and the first female jockey in the Kentucky Derby, has passed away at 77 after battling brain cancer. A trailblazer in horse racing, Crump won 228 races and paved the way for other female jockeys. Known for her determination and compassion, Crump will be remembered for her courage and impact on the sport. She will be cremated and her ashes interred in Virginia.

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