Krone, Julie (1963–)
Krone, Julie (1963–)
American jockey. Born Julieann Louise Krone, July 24, 1963, in Benton Harbor, Michigan; m. Matthew Muzikar (tv sports producer), Aug 26, 1995.
Winningest female jockey, and one of the top jockeys—male or female—of all time; had $81 million in purse earnings and more than 3,500 wins; was the 1st woman to win a Triple Crown race (1993), taking the Belmont Stakes aboard Colonial Affair; was the 1st female jockey to win the Breeder's Cup (2003), riding Halfbridled. Became 1st woman elected to racing's Hall of Fame (2000).
See also Dorothy M. Callahan, Julie Krone: A Winning Jockey (Dillon, 1990), Christina Lessa, Women Who Win (Universe, 1998); and Women in World History.
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