The Heart That Wears the Crown series for TwinSpires shared stories about the personalities behind the first eleven Triple Crown winners. Learn more about what made each horse special, including descriptions and anecdotes from the people who knew them best. Click on each photo to read the story.
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A Unique Idea for the Holidays: Foxes of Belair Gift Boxes
This holiday season, I am offering something unique: gift boxes! To celebrate the year of The Foxes of Belair: Gallant Fox, Omaha, and the Quest for the Triple Crown, I have FIVE gift boxes for sale, two Premier and three Special.
The Premier boxes start with a signed (personalized if you’d like!) copy of The Foxes of Belair, a Belair Stud coffee mug, a Belair Stable wooden cutout, a Belair Stud silks ornament from Amie’s Horse Racing Gifts, a couple of wee items from the Belair Mansion gift shop, and a surprise. These are $75, shipping included.
The Special boxes start with a signed (and personalized if you desire) copy of The Foxes of Belair, a Belair Stud silks ornament from Amie’s Horse Racing Gifts, a Gallant Fox and an Omaha silks pin from the Kentucky Derby Museum, a couple of wee items from the Belair Mansion Museum gift shop, and a surprise. These are $50, shipping included.
If you’d like to add a signed copy of the softcover edition of Sir Barton and the Making of the Triple Crown, add $25 to the price of each box.
To order, email me at FoxesofBelair@gmail.com. Thank you!
The 2023 Book Guide for the Horsey Sort
Welcome to a world where thundering hooves, unwavering spirit, and sheer grace converge on the track – the captivating realm of horse racing. As we start this gifting season, embark on an exhilarating journey through this carefully curated selection of books about this timeless sport. From legendary horses to the sport’s pioneers, these books encapsulate the enduring allure of the sport we love.
Whether you’re a lifelong fan or have a horsey person in your life, this list is sure to have a captivating story that will make the perfect gift this holiday season.
Continue reading “The 2023 Book Guide for the Horsey Sort”The Story Starts Here: Sir Gallahad III
In December 1925, French stallion Sir Gallahad arrived in the United States carrying the hopes of the four men who had invested in his potential. In a deal initiated by Arthur B. Hancock, this son of Teddy joined the stallion roster at Claiborne Farm and began a two-decade stud career that made him a record breaker. From 1926 to 1949, Sir Gallahad III was a stallion who made a sizable impact on the sport, giving rise to at least one immortal and a long list of winners.
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