Rubin, Barbara Jo (1949–)
Rubin, Barbara Jo (1949–)
American jockey. Born Nov 21, 1949, in Highland, IL.
Was the 1st female jockey to defeat male riders in a major race in Florida (1969); won many races and was a media star for 4 years before injury forced retirement.
See also Women in World History.
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