From Underdog Claimer to Sire of Champions
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Resources & Recommendations
Articles & Papers
- Article on Princequillo (Bloodhorse Magazine, 1975 edition) - This article by Abram Hewitt is the primary source of information for the episode on Princequillo's history and career.
People Mentioned
- Abram Hewitt (Thoroughbred historian) - Author of the article on Princequillo featured in Bloodhorse Magazine.
- Horatio Luro (South American horseman) - Claimed Princequillo and is discussed for his potential motivations.
- Anthony Pelleteri (New Orleans-based horseman) - Princequillo's initial trainer.
- Dave Englander (Trainer) - Princequillo's trainer for a portion of his racing career.
- Bold Handcock (Owner of Ellerslie Stud) - Owner of the stud farm where Princequillo began his stallion career.
- L.L. Lawrence (Motion Picture Executive) - Breeder of Princequillo and head of Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer in Europe.
Organizations & Institutions
- Keeneland - Presents Kurt Becker's "Stroll Through Racing History."
- Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer - Company associated with Princequillo's breeder, L.L. Lawrence.
- Boon Hill Stable - Majority owners of Princequillo at one point in his career.
- Ellerslie Stud - Stud farm in Charlottesville, Virginia, where Princequillo began his stallion duties.
- HRRN - Horse Racing Radio Network, the podcast's publisher.
Other Resources
- Prince Rose (Sire of Princequillo) - Mentioned as Princequillo's sire.
- Coup de Folle (Dam of Princequillo) - Mentioned as Princequillo's dam.
- Secretariat (US Triple Crown winner) - Maternal grandson of Princequillo, a key connection highlighted.
- Hill Prince (American Champion) - Son of Princequillo.
- Prince Simon (English Champion) - Son of Princequillo.
- Round Table (Horse of the Year) - Son of Princequillo.
- Sir Barton (Horse) - His stakes record for the Saratoga Handicap was equaled by Princequillo.