Man v Horse race has 'special place in heart' of BBC's Sophie Raworth
Raworth first took part in the race in Powys eight years ago and said it's the "funniest race".
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""It's the most wonderful race, I love that race. I've done it four times now. I've beaten a few horses, but I've never beaten them all.""
— Sophie Raworth , Celebrity
""I feel so empowered by it, especially as a woman in my late fifties. It helps me mentally and physically.""
— Sophie Raworth , Celebrity
""I never thought I'd write a book but I love going to book festivals and I love chatting to people about different books, so it's been a real joy to do.""
— Sophie Raworth , Celebrity
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Raworth first took part in the race in Powys eight years ago and said it's the "funniest race".
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