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Christopher John McCarron (born March 27, 1955, Boston, Massachusetts) is a retired American thoroughbred horse racing Hall of Fame jockey. He mounted his first horse ever at 16.5 years old and was racing professionally by 18.
Jun 4, 2021 · Chris McCarron won his first of two Belmont Stakes in 1986 with Danzig Connection (Danzig) at odds of 8-1, unexpectedly defeating that year's Kentucky Derby winner and Preakness...
Learn about the career and achievements of Chris McCarron, one of the most successful jockeys in North American racing history. He won the Eclipse Award for Outstanding Jockey twice and set a record for most wins in a season.
Jun 22, 2023 · Twenty-one years ago this week, Chris McCarron retired from riding. The Dorchester, Massachusetts native sat down with the TDN's Chris McGrath to talk about all things racing, including the...
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Jun 4, 2021 · Hall of Fame jockey Chris McCarron earned more than $264 million in winnings during his 28-year career, collecting victories in nine Breeders' Cup races and six Triple Crown races. Now,...
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Jun 27, 2002 · The legendary jockey, who won 7,141 races and $264 million in purse money, announced his retirement in 2002. He was praised by his peers and admirers for his skill, integrity, and dedication to the sport.
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Chris McCarron, a former jockey and Hall of Famer, shares his memories of winning the 1987 Kentucky Derby with Alysheba and his career milestones. He also reflects on the challenges and rewards of horse racing and his personal life.
