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Legendary jockey Ron Turcotte, who rode Secretariat to Triple Crown glory, dies at 84

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ASHLAND, Va. Hall of Fame jockey Ron Turcott who guided the greatest racehorse in history Secretariat to an unforgettable Triple Crown victory has passed away, leaving behind a legacy that transcends sports.Turcotte, the diminutive Canadian jockey who rode Secretariat to Triple Crown glory in 1973, died August 22 at age 84. The partnership between the 5'2" rider and the legendary thoroughbred created one of the most iconic moments in sports hist…

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Legendary jockey Ron Turcotte, who rode Secretariat to Triple Crown glory, dies at 84

ASHLAND, Va. Hall of Fame jockey Ron Turcott who guided the greatest racehorse in history Secretariat to an unforgettable Triple Crown victory has passed away, leaving behind a legacy that transcends sports.Turcotte, the diminutive Canadian jockey who rode Secretariat to Triple Crown glory in 1973, died August 22 at age 84. The partnership between the 5'2" rider and the legendary thoroughbred created one of the most iconic moments in sports hist…

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WTVR broke the news in Richmond, United States on Friday, September 5, 2025.
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