In today’s news: Rachael Blackmore makes history at Cheltenham, Wales announce their replacement for Jayne Ludlow, and a former England star is recognised as cricket’s top commentator.

Blackmore wins top jockey award

Rachael Blackmore has become the first woman to finish as the leading jockey at the Cheltenham Festival.

The 31-year-old rode a remarkable sixth victory of the week earlier today, as Quilixios won the JCB Triumph Hurdle.

The Irish rider also made history earlier this week as she won the Champions Hurdle with unbeaten horse Honeysuckle.

Blackmore collected the award –– named the Ruby Walsh Trophy –– from former jockey AP McCoy, who won the Champions Hurdle three times himself, in 1997, 2006 and most recently in 2010.