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Many movies over the years have told the story of triumph and pain involved in the horse racing world. Here is a list of some that stand out.

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Horse Racing Goes to the Movies

Kaw Nation member Charles Curtis started as jockey before becoming the first vice president of color.

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From The Saddle to the White House: Charles Curtis – The Jockey Who Became Vice President

COVID-19 stopped fans from attending sporting events and they just haven't felt the same. However, that life is finally returning to sports as fans are slowly allowed back.

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Roar and Thunder: The Power of the Crowd

Oliver Lewis won the very first Kentucky Derby. The Black jockey loved the world of horse racing and became a bookie after his winning season.

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Oliver Lewis: An African-American Horse Racing Legend

Ruffian, the beautiful filly, is one of the most well-known racehorses in history. Her story is filled with triumph and tragedy.

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Girl Power: Ruffian Rules the Track

Isaac Burns Murphy is regarded as one of the greatest jockeys in racing history. Horse racing used to be dominated by African-American jockeys when the sport first emerged.

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Isaac Burns Murphy: When African-American Jockeys Ruled the Track

For those horse racing lovers, there are three horses that they all agree on are the best: Man O' War, Citation, and Secretariat.

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My Mighty Three: Man O’ War, Citation, and Secretariat

Modern Thoroughbreds are bred to be elite athletes. Most of those competing in today's races can be traced back to three horses.

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The Foundation Stallions of Modern Thoroughbreds

Riders Up! Meet Marie D. Jones, the woman covering horse racing for Sports As Told By A Girl going forward!

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Riders Up! The World of Horse Racing

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