Cherie DeVaux, a renowned horse-racing trainer, has been named one of Time magazine’s 100 most influential people in sports. This recognition comes after her historic win with Golden Tempo at the Kentucky Derby and Belmont Stakes.

A Historic Win

Golden Tempo, trained by DeVaux, entered the Kentucky Derby at 23-to-1 odds and made a stunning comeback to win the race. This victory made DeVaux the first female trainer to win a Kentucky Derby. DeVaux expressed her gratitude, stating, “I’m glad I can be a representative of all women, everywhere. We can do anything we set our minds to.”

DeVaux’s achievement is a testament to her dedication and expertise in the field of horse racing. Her success has inspired many, and her inclusion in Time magazine’s list is a well-deserved recognition of her accomplishments.

Original reporting: WTVQ (Lexington) — read the source article.