Ruffian Coaching Club Stakes – June 21, 1975

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The prestigious June 21, 1975 Coaching Club American Oaks provided Ruffian with a clean sweep in the Filly Triple Crown. Ruffian’s 2 ¾-length stakes victory in the daunting 1 ½-mile race at Belmont Park would be her fifth consecutive stakes record performance and final victory in the legendary filly’s magnificent career. The vibrant composite photo features four separate perspectives from the race, including the start, finish, walk to the winner’s circle and trophy presentation to the Ruffian team: trainer Frank Whiteley, jockey Jacinto Vasquez and Locust Hill Farm owners Stuart and Barbara Janney, from racing dignitaries Robert Strawbridge and Danny Phipps. Available in 8” x 10” sizing and larger photos upon special request and the option of being hand-signed by Mr. Vasquez.