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Seattle Slew’s Legacy Of Horse Racing Greatness

Seattle Slew, horse racing’s lone remaining living Triple Crown winner, passed away on May 7, 2002 at the age of 28. Already ranked among the all time greats by virtue of this accomplishment alone, Slew is even more notable as the only Triple Crown winner to go undefeated as a three year hold. He came from humble beginnings, bought at public auction–the only Triple Crown winner to be acquired in this manner. After retiring to stud in’78 he remained a very profitable horse based on a stud fee of $300,000. His offspring earned over $76 million dollars at the race track and include over 100 stakes race winners including’84 Kentucky Derby champion Swale.

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The History Of Horse Racing At Del Mar

Though it is sometimes overshadowed by more famous tracks back East like Churchill downs and Belmont Park, Del Mar Racetrack in Southern California has a rich and fascinating history. Located 20 miles north of San Diego and known for its iconic slogan “Where The Surf Meets the Turf”, Del Mar has not only hosted the best horses and jockeys on the planet but a ‘who’s who’ of show biz elite.

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Getting the Right Information on the Melbourne Cup

In November, as the days begin to count down, the excitement builds for the Melbourne Cup, one of the world’s great horse races and one that brings Australia to a halt. Flemington Racecourse is nothing short of frenzied for three and a quarter minutes of gripping action. Whether you’re a racing fanatic or an admitted novice, you’ll probably have a wager on the event. If you want to separate the favorites from the pretenders, get the right information on the Cup participants.

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Horse Racing Forms Demystified

Across continents and through many centuries, horse racing has been a source of excitement and enthusiasm for millions. The intensity of effort compressed into such a short space captivates onlookers as man and beast hurtle around the track as one. More than just a source of incredible entertainment, horse racing as arrived as an incredible source of money. Millions and millions of dollars per year go into breeding, training, and racing horses. Millions more still are thrown onto the tables by punters. While many simply throw down the money with a nervous smile and a prayer, there are those that take a more measured approach. For these intelligent players, the racing form provides a distinct advantage and the chance to put the odds in their favor.

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