“I heard Sham’s hooves disappear behind me… And then, there was nothing. All I could hear was Secretariat’s breathing and his hooves hitting the ground. It was very quiet.” – (Ron Turcotte – Jockey of Riva Ridge, 1972 Derby Winner & Secretariat, 1973 Triple Crown Winner)
OH THE PLACES WE SHOULD GO – LOVING DERBY DAY 2017
“You are a great champion. When you ran, the ground shook, the sky opened and mere mortals parted; parted the way to victory, where you’ll meet me in The Winner’s Circle, and I’ll place a basket of flowers on your back.” (John Gatins Ritch)