Secretariat Thoroughbred Racing’s 1973 Triple Crown Champion and America’s Superhorse

Ron Turcotte (1941-2025)

Secretariat.com mourns the loss of Ron Turcotte — a great jockey, a great man, and a great friend.

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History

Overview and reference of Big Red’s racing career, connections, breeding, pedigree, and much more.

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Past Performances

Get the scoop on all 21 career starts now featuring commentary, race charts and original program information.

Jockey Ron Turcotte

Enjoy our new expanded web section entirely dedicated to the legacy of Secretariat's renowned jockey.

Jockey Ron Turcotte

Welcome to the new Ron Turcotte section dedicated entirely to honoring Secretariat's legendary 1973 Triple Crown winning jockey. Here, Big Red fans can find a plethora of information, tributes, memorabilia postings, and even racing perspectives shared by Ron himself...
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August 16 marks the anniversary of Secretariat's fourth career start and first stakes victory in the 1972 Sanford Stakes at Saratoga Race Course. With jockey Ron Turcotte aboard, the Meadow Stable colt cruised to an easy 3-length victory. But did you know the Sanford was the only race in Big Red's illustrious career when he was not the wagering favorite? Click Here to Learn More

Journalist Steve Haskin provides his weekly insights and narratives on racing history.

Return of a Champion

This column is about two horses and two races and the excitement and emotion they generated on a memorable day of racing at Saratoga. One horse we have written about numerous times, chronicling his life from the training center to the racetrack and through all his big victories. The other is an old...
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