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What year did the Thoroughbred Racing Association formally recognize the Triple Crown races?
- 1912
- 1973
- 1960
- 1950

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2.

From 1987 to 1993 a 1 million dollar bonus was given based on a point system in the Triple Crown, who won it in 1993?
- Pine Bluff
- Sea Biscuit
- Sea Hero
- Summer Squall
Correct Answer

A. Sea Hero

Explanation

Sea Hero won the Triple Crown in 1993 and therefore received the 1 million dollar bonus based on the point system during that time period.

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3.

Who rode Sir Barton to Triple Crown victory?
- Warren Mehrtens
- Jean Cruguet
- Ron Turcotte
- John Loftus
Correct Answer

A. John Loftus

Explanation

John Loftus rode Sir Barton to Triple Crown victory.

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4.

What jockey rode Gallant Fox to win the Triple Crown?
- Earl Sande
- John Longden
- Warren Mehrtens
- Charles Kurtsinger
Correct Answer

A. Earl Sande

Explanation

Earl Sande is the correct answer because he rode Gallant Fox to win the Triple Crown. The Triple Crown is a prestigious horse racing achievement that involves winning three major races: the Kentucky Derby, the Preakness Stakes, and the Belmont Stakes. Gallant Fox accomplished this feat in 1930, with Earl Sande as his jockey.

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5.

Who rode War Admiral to Triple Crown victory?
- Ron Turcotte
- John Longden
- Steve Cauthen
- Charles Kurtsinger
Correct Answer

A. Charles Kurtsinger
6.

What jockey rode Omaha to win the Triple Crown?
- Earl Sande
- Warren Mehrtens
- Steve Cauthen
- William Saunders
Correct Answer

A. William Saunders

Explanation

William Saunders is the correct answer because he was the jockey who rode Omaha to win the Triple Crown.

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7.

What jockey rode Count Fleet to win the Triple Crown?
- Warren Mehrtens
- John Longden
- Jean Cruguet
- Earl Sande
Correct Answer

A. John Longden

Explanation

John Longden is the correct answer because he was the jockey who rode Count Fleet to win the Triple Crown. This means that Longden was the jockey on board Count Fleet when the horse won the Kentucky Derby, the Preakness Stakes, and the Belmont Stakes in 1943.

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8.

Who rode Assault to Triple Crown victory?
- Warren Mehrtens
- Charles Kurtsinger
- Jean Cruguet
- John Longden
Correct Answer

A. Warren Mehrtens
9.

What President attended a Kentucky Derby while in office?
- Richard Nixon
- Jimmy Carter
- John F. Kennedy
- Gerald Ford
Correct Answer

A. Richard Nixon

Explanation

Richard Nixon attended the Kentucky Derby while in office.

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10.

Who rode Smarty Jones in the 2004 Kentucky Derby?
- Edgar Prado
- Stewart Elliot
- Jose Santos
- Mike Smith
Correct Answer

A. Stewart Elliot

Explanation

Stewart Elliot rode Smarty Jones in the 2004 Kentucky Derby.

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11.

Who finished second behind Smarty Jones in the 2004 Kentucky Derby?
- Imperialism
- Lion Heart
- Master David
- Tapit
Correct Answer

A. Lion Heart

Explanation

In the 2004 Kentucky Derby, Smarty Jones emerged as the winner. Behind him, Lion Heart finished in second place.

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12.

Who placed behind Smarty Jones in the 2004 Preakness Stakes?
- Rock Hard Ten
- Eddington
- Birdstone
- Royal Assault
Correct Answer

A. Rock Hard Ten

Explanation

Rock Hard Ten placed behind Smarty Jones in the 2004 Preakness Stakes.

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13.

Who was the nation's leading jockey in 1978 and one of only a few jockeys to win consecutive runnings of the Kentucky Derby?
- Walter Blum
- Jacinto Vasquez
- Eddie Delahoussaye
- Frank Coltiletti
Correct Answer

A. Eddie Delahoussaye

Explanation

Eddie Delahoussaye was the nation's leading jockey in 1978 and one of the few jockeys to win consecutive runnings of the Kentucky Derby.

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14.

Who had their last race on April 18, 1999 and then moved on to a career in broadcasting?
- Earlie Fires
- Pat Day
- Don Brumfield
- Julie Krone
Correct Answer

A. Julie Krone

Explanation

Julie Krone had her last race on April 18, 1999, and then transitioned into a career in broadcasting.

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15.

Who is the winner of two Triple Crowns, on Whirlaway and Citation?
- G. Edward Arcaro
- Jack Westrope
- Jorge Velasquez
- John L. Rotz
Correct Answer

A. G. Edward Arcaro

Explanation

G. Edward Arcaro is the correct answer because he is the only jockey mentioned who has won two Triple Crowns, one on Whirlaway in 1941 and another on Citation in 1948. The other jockeys mentioned, Jack Westrope, Jorge Velasquez, and John L. Rotz, have not won two Triple Crowns.

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16.

Which jockey ended the Triple Crown hopes of Canonero II by defeating him with Pass Catcher?
- Walter Blum
- Angel Cordero, Jr.
- Steve Cauthen
- Avelino Gomez
Correct Answer

A. Walter Blum

Explanation

Walter Blum ended the Triple Crown hopes of Canonero II by defeating him with Pass Catcher.

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17.

Which jockey won Kentucky Derby races on Sea Hero and Grindstone?
- John L. Rotz
- Walter Blum
- Avelino Gomez
- Jerry Bailey
Correct Answer

A. Jerry Bailey

Explanation

Jerry Bailey is the correct answer because he is the jockey who won Kentucky Derby races on both Sea Hero and Grindstone.

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18.

Who is known in horse racing as the first woman to start a horse in, and win the Kentucky Derby?
- Frances Genter
- Laska Durnell
- Marjorie L Everett
- Steven Spielberg
Correct Answer

A. Laska Durnell

Explanation

Laska Durnell is known in horse racing as the first woman to start a horse in, and win the Kentucky Derby.

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19.

What horse was sired by Palace Music and produced by Solar Slew, a daughter of Triple Crown winner Seattle Slew?
- Princess Rooney
- Cigar
- Holy Bull
- Personal Ensign
Correct Answer

A. Cigar

Explanation

Cigar is the correct answer because he was sired by Palace Music and produced by Solar Slew, who was a daughter of Triple Crown winner Seattle Slew.

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20.

How old was Triple Crown winner Affirmed at death?
- 26 Years Old
- 20 Years Old
- 39 Years Old
- 12 Years Old
Correct Answer

A. 26 Years Old

Explanation

Affirmed, the Triple Crown winner, was 26 years old at the time of his death. This suggests that he lived a relatively long life for a horse.

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21.

Which track owned by Churchill Downs Inc, was the company's first racing interest outside Kentucky?
- Anthony Downs
- Delta Downs
- Hoosier Park
- Fair Grounds
Correct Answer

A. Hoosier Park

Explanation

Hoosier Park is the correct answer because it was the first racing interest outside of Kentucky for Churchill Downs Inc. This implies that the company already had racing interests within Kentucky before expanding to other locations.

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22.

What is the width of the turf course at Churchill Downs?
- 50 Feet
- 90 Feet
- 80 Feet
- 180 Feet
Correct Answer

A. 80 Feet

Explanation

The width of the turf course at Churchill Downs is 80 feet.

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What year did the Thoroughbred Racing Association formally recognize the Triple Crown races?

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From 1987 to 1993 a 1 million dollar bonus was given based on a point system in the Triple Crown, who won it in 1993?

Who rode Sir Barton to Triple Crown victory?

What jockey rode Gallant Fox to win the Triple Crown?

Who rode War Admiral to Triple Crown victory?

What jockey rode Omaha to win the Triple Crown?

What jockey rode Count Fleet to win the Triple Crown?

Who rode Assault to Triple Crown victory?

What President attended a Kentucky Derby while in office?

Who rode Smarty Jones in the 2004 Kentucky Derby?

Who finished second behind Smarty Jones in the 2004 Kentucky Derby?

Who placed behind Smarty Jones in the 2004 Preakness Stakes?

Who was the nation's leading jockey in 1978 and one of only a few jockeys to win consecutive runnings of the Kentucky Derby?

Who had their last race on April 18, 1999 and then moved on to a career in broadcasting?

Who is the winner of two Triple Crowns, on Whirlaway and Citation?

Which jockey ended the Triple Crown hopes of Canonero II by defeating him with Pass Catcher?

Which jockey won Kentucky Derby races on Sea Hero and Grindstone?

Who is known in horse racing as the first woman to start a horse in, and win the Kentucky Derby?

What horse was sired by Palace Music and produced by Solar Slew, a daughter of Triple Crown winner Seattle Slew?

How old was Triple Crown winner Affirmed at death?

Which track owned by Churchill Downs Inc, was the company's first racing interest outside Kentucky?

What is the width of the turf course at Churchill Downs?