Category: Racehorse of the Month
Cigar in the 1995 Breeders’ Cup
“…followed by Tinner’s Way and Concern is still last; three furlongs to go. CIGAR!!! Cigar Makes His Move; and he Sweeps to the lead with a dramatic rush!”
Allen Paulson named most of his racehorses after aircraft check points and aviation terms.
“Cigar,” is a mnemonic that refers to a pre-takeoff checklist performed by Untied States Air Force pilots. It stands for:
• Controls
• Instruments
• Gas
• Airplane secure
• Run-up.
Legendary horse racing announcers share Kentucky Derby memories
Tom Durkin, Dave Johnson, Larry Collmus and Mike Battaglia share their favorite memories of calling the Kentucky Derby over the years.
Rich Strike
Kicked in the Winners’ Circle
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The Perfect Ride by Gary Stevens
Lonesome Glory Dies After Accident
“The horses he beat were pretty special — not many horses last like he did at that level. He was a great horse who did a lot for our whole family.”
February 26, 2002
American steeplechase legend Lonesome Glory died Feb. 25 from injuries suffered in a paddock accident at trainer Bruce Miller’s farm.
Owned by Kay Jeffords, Lonesome Glory is the only American steeplechase horse to win five Eclipse Awards (1992, 1993, 1995, 1997 and 1999), and also the only American jumper to earn more than $1 million.
Continue reading “Lonesome Glory Dies After Accident”Horse of the Month November, 2020
Seabiscuit
November 1, 1938
