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Secretariat, aka “Big Red”, was the horse that ended the 25 year Triple Crown drought.
Secretariat, aka “Big Red”, was the horse that ended the 25 year Triple Crown drought.
Riva Ridge, “Ole Pea Head”, was the horse responsible for saving Meadow Stable, which made him very special to owner Penny Chenery.
Canonero II, (Can-yo-nay-roe), or “The Caracas Cannonball”, was a Venezuelan champion that defied the odds and won the Kentucky Derby and Preakness in 1971
In 1970, Dust Commander became the first Illinois-bred to win, although it wasn’t found out until around the time of the Derby.
Majestic Prince became the first horse to win the Kentucky Derby undefeated in 47 years, joining 1922 winner Morvich and 1915 winner Regret.
Forward Pass, the only Kentucky Derby winner to win by disqualification, was also the only Derby winner to be out of a Kentucky Oaks winner.
Proud Clarion is best known for being a horse that hit his peak when it mattered most.
Kauai King (kuh-WAH-ee) became the only Maryland-bred to officially win the Kentucky Derby
