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Originally Published 4 months ago — by The New York Times
Ron Turcotte, the legendary jockey who rode Secretariat to victory in the 1973 Triple Crown, died at age 84. Despite being paralyzed from a racing accident in 1978, he remained a celebrated figure in horse racing, known for his skillful riding and deep connection with Secretariat, one of the greatest racehorses in history.
Originally Published 4 months ago — by ESPN
Hall of Fame jockey Ron Turcotte, renowned for riding Secretariat to victory in the 1973 Triple Crown, has died at age 84 from natural causes. Turcotte's career included 3,032 wins and overcoming a life-changing injury that left him paraplegic. He was celebrated for his courage, kindness, and contributions to horse racing, and was inducted into the Hall of Fame in 1979.
Originally Published 4 months ago — by Paulick Report
Ron Turcotte, renowned jockey for the legendary horse Secretariat and a Hall of Famer, passed away at 84. His career was marked by record-breaking wins, including the 1973 Triple Crown, and he overcame a life-changing injury to become an inspiring figure in racing and beyond. His legacy is celebrated for his courage, kindness, and profound impact on the sport.
Originally Published 4 months ago — by yahoo.com
Ron Turcotte, a Hall of Fame jockey renowned for riding Secretariat to victory in the 1973 Triple Crown, has died at age 84 from natural causes. His career included winning major races and overcoming a life-changing injury, and he was celebrated for his kindness, faith, and contributions to horse racing and fellow jockeys. Turcotte's legacy endures through his historic achievements and his advocacy for injured riders.
Originally Published 4 months ago — by Thoroughbred Daily News
Ron Turcotte, the Hall of Fame jockey best known for riding Secretariat to a historic Triple Crown victory in 1973, has passed away at age 84. His career spanned 18 years with over 3,000 wins, and he was celebrated for his kindness, humility, and contributions to horse racing, despite a tragic injury that left him paraplegic. Tributes from the racing community highlight his legacy as a legendary rider and inspiring figure.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by The Guardian
Secretariat, the most famous racehorse of the 1970s, is still celebrated 50 years after winning the Triple Crown. Ron Turcotte, the Hall of Fame jockey who rode Secretariat to victory in each of his Triple Crown races, speaks of Secretariat’s personality when describing what made him such a great horse. Secretariat’s Triple Crown win remains unique because it is objectively better than that of any other horse in the history of the competition.