Jockey Tony McCoy on Minella Theatre jumps during the Cheltenham Collection Novices' Steeple Chase

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Jockey and former British Olympic cycling champion Victoria Pendleton on Minella Theatre.

She trains on the gallops at Lawney Hill Racing in Aston Rowant (Image: Reuters)

Jockey and former British Olympic cycling champion Victoria Pendleton poses for a photograph with Minella Theatre at Lawney Hill Racing in Aston Rowant.

Victoria Pendleton back on the horse with clear round at Higham PTP

21/02/16 "Victoria gave the horse a great ride and has absolutely loved it.

Victoria Pendleton in failed to complete on her first competitive ride over fences after Minella Theatre was pulled up in a point-to-point at Black Forest Lodge, but was still said to be 'delighted' with the experience.