Historic Win
Autumn Durald Arkapaw made history at the 98th Academy Awards as the first woman and first Black nominee to win Best Cinematography for Sinners, which also took home Oscars for Best Original Screenplay, Best Original Score, and Best Actor. In her speech, she called on women in the room to stand and later reflected on inspiring young girls.
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Aamilah Aswat, a 20-year-old jockey, became the first female Black British jump jockey to win a race in the UK, achieving victory on her fourth professional ride at Kempton on 2 February 2026. She partnered the horse Guchen to success in a handicap hurdle, marking a milestone for diversity in British racing. Aswat expressed gratitude to her supporters, signaling her ambition for more wins ahead.