Female jockey Jessie Philpot defies bookmakers and creates history by winning the NT's biggest race

Victorian jockey Jessie Philpot says she is still coming to terms with her history-making win at this year's Darwin Cup.

After winning her last six races, Philpot made it seven wins in a row on Monday, riding Highly Decorated past the finish line to become the first female jockey to win the Cup.

It was also the first time an all-female team of jockey, trainer and owner had won.

"[It's] amazing, hasn't quite sunk in yet. It's been a huge journey."

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Article written by: Myles Houlbrook-Walk