Secretariat is a name that will forever be remembered in the world of thoroughbred racing. He was born in 1970 and quickly became a racing sensation, winning the Triple Crown in 1973 and setting records that still stand today. His legacy is one of greatness and his influence on the sport of horse racing is undeniable.
Secretariat was bred and owned by Meadow Stable, and trained by Lucien Laurin. He was sired by Bold Ruler and foaled by Somethingroyal, and his lineage was a combination of some of the greatest horses in history. He was an impressive animal from the start, standing at 16 hands high and weighing 1,175 pounds.
Secretariat’s racing career began in 1972, when he won the Sanford Stakes at Saratoga Race Course. He went on to win the Hopeful Stakes at Saratoga, the Laurel Futurity, and the Garden State Stakes. In 1973, he won the Kentucky Derby in record time, followed by the Preakness Stakes and Belmont Stakes, becoming the first horse to win the Triple Crown since Citation in 1948.
Secretariat’s legacy is one of greatness. He set records that still stand today, including the fastest time ever recorded for the Kentucky Derby (1:59 2/5) and the Belmont Stakes (2:24). He also set a world record for the fastest 1-1/4 mile race ever run (1:53 2/5). His success on the track earned him Horse of the Year honors in both 1972 and 1973, as well as induction into the National Museum of Racing and Hall of Fame in 1974.
Secretariat’s influence on thoroughbred racing is undeniable. He has been an inspiration to generations of horsemen and fans alike, and his legacy will live on for years to come. His name is synonymous with greatness and his accomplishments will never be forgotten. Secretariat is truly a thoroughbred racing phenomenon.
