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'FuPeg' is the nickname of Fusaichi Pegasus [foaled April 12, 1997]. He won the 2007 Derby, with Kent Desormeaux [b. February 27, 1970] as his jockey. His unusual name honors his owner Fusao Sekiguchi [b. December 20, 1935], lays claim to being '#1' or 'the best' ['-ichi'], and memorializes the winged horse of ancient Greek mythology.
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Which horse placed second in the 2000 Kentucky Derby?
Aptitude was the second place winner in the 2000 Kentucky Derby. He finished 1-1/2 lengths behind the winner, Fusaichi Pegasus. He finished 4 lengths ahead of third place winner Impeachment.
Who is the oldest living Kentucky Derby winner?
After the death of Strike the Gold earlier this week, Sea Hero (1993) is now the oldest living Kentucky Derby winner.
Who is called The Tyler Rose?
1977 Heisman Trophy winner and 1991 Pro Football Hall of Fame inductee Earl Christian Campbell is nicknamed The Tyler Rose.His website is listed below:
Who was the 2005 Kentucky Derby winner?
Eddie Arcaro [February 19, 1916 - November 4, 1997] and William Hartak [December 9, 1932 - November 26, 2007] are the only two jockeys with five Kentucky Derby victories. Revered as the greatest jockey in American Thoroughbred horse racing history, Arcaro won the Derby in 1938, 1941, 1945, 1948, and 1952. Hartack won the Derby in 1957, 1960, 1962, 1964, and 1969.
When did Seabiscuit win the Kentucky Derby?
Seabiscuit [May 23, 1933 - May 17, 1947] never won any Kentucky Derby. He was named 'Horse of the Year' in 1938. But that was for his performance in races other than the Derby. It also was for his victory of November 1, 1938 over War Admiral [1934 - 1959], the Triple Crown winner of the Kentucky Derby and the Belmont and Preakness Stakes in the previous year.
Which was the horse that won the 2000 Kentucky Derby?
The 2000 Kentucky Derby winner was Fusaichi Pegasus. He was ridden by jockey Kent Desormeaux and trained by Neil Drysdale. Fusaichi Pegasus became the first favorite to win the Derby since Spectacular Bid in 1979.The 2000 Kentucky Derby winner was Fusaichi Pegasus. He was ridden by jockey Kent Desormeaux and trained by Neil Drysdale. Fusaichi Pegasus became the first favorite to win the Derby since Spectacular Bid in 1979.
Which horse placed second in the 2000 Kentucky Derby?
Aptitude was the second place winner in the 2000 Kentucky Derby. He finished 1-1/2 lengths behind the winner, Fusaichi Pegasus. He finished 4 lengths ahead of third place winner Impeachment.
Who was the winner of the 1909 Kentucky Derby?
A horse named Wintergreen was the winner of the 1909 Kentucky Derby.
Who was the 1998 Kentucky Derby winner?
The 1997 Kentucky Derby winner was Silver Charm.
Who was 1973 Kentucky Derby winner?
secretariat
What is the triple crown winner in the Kentucky Derby?
The Kentucky Derby is the first leg of the Triple Crown, a horse that wins the Kentucky Derby, The Preakness, and the Belmont Stakes becomes the Triple Crown Winner
Who was nicknamed ole ball coach and was a Heisman Trophy winner?
Steve Spurrier
Who won the Kentucky Derby 1951?
The winner of the 1951 Kentucky Derby is Count Turf
What are the most famous horsesof the Kentucky Derby?
Aristedes who was the very winner of the Kentucky derby!
Who is the oldest Kentucky Derby winner?
After the death of Strike the Gold earlier this week, Sea Hero (1993) is now the oldest living Kentucky Derby winner.
Where did the Kentucky Derby start at?
The Kentucky Derby was first run on 17 May 1875 at Louisville, Kentucky and Aristides was the winner.
Who was 2009 Kentucky Derby winner?
Mine That Bird.
