Bill Shoemaker

Jockey and author with multiple wins

Bill Shoemaker - Jockey and author with multiple wins
Born

August 19th, 1931
93 years ago

Died

October 12th, 2003
21 years ago — 72 years old

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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Achieved prominent success in horse racing, becoming one of the most celebrated jockeys in history. Won a record 8,833 races during a career spanning over four decades. Victories included the Kentucky Derby four times and the Preakness Stakes twice. Besides racing, authored works reflecting on experiences in the sport. Inducted into the National Museum of Racing and Hall of Fame in 1958.

Won 8,833 career races

Victories in the Kentucky Derby four times

Preakness Stakes champion twice

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