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Napravnik has Preakness homecoming
Kentucky Derby Horse  Heal
Jockey Rosie Napravnik is seen aboard Mylute during the 139th running of the Kentucky Derby at Churchill Downs Saturday, May 4, 2013, in Louisville, Ky. (AP Photo/Gregory Payan) - photo by Associated Press
BALTIMORE — Rosie Napravnik's motivation for winning the Preakness has little to do with making history. With a victory aboard Mylute on Saturday, Napravnik would become the first female jockey to capture the middle jewel of the Triple Crown. More importantly to her, though, it would serve as a triumphant return to Pimlico Race Course, where she launched her outstanding career.