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Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Jun 08, 1981
Page
11
After strong Derby and Preakness runs, Pleasant Colony faltered in the Belmont Stakes finishing third as Aiken-trained Woodchopper placed fourth. Trainer Johnny Campo, once vocally confident, faced reporters with composure and a calm postrace demeanor.
Dede Biles notes Pleasant Colony struggled at the gate and on the track as Summing edged clear to win in 2 29. Jockey Jorge Velasquez refused excuses, while trainer Campo defends the colt’s effort and future potential amid disappointment.
Greentree Stable trainer Jack Gaver says praise in horse racing hinges on Derby wins. He notes others value Triple Crown success, but stresses respect can come from strong performances like Woodchopper near Derby contenders. Gaver recalls career highs with his Belmont Stakes finish and top five status for Woodchopper in his age group.
The record lists multiple Triple Crown winners with winning year, jockey, owner or breeder, and stud details. Entries include 1919 Sir Barton Joh Tele Lotian H G Bedwell. 1930 Gallant Fox Earl Sande Belair Stud. 1935 Omaha William Saunders Belair Stud. 1937 War Admiral Kurtsinger Samuel D Riddle. 1943 Count Fleet John Longden Mrs J D Hertz. 1946 Assault Warren Mehrtens King Ranch. Citation Eddie Arcaro King Ranch. 1973 Secretariat Ron Turcotte Estate of C T Chenery. 1977 Seattle Slew Jean Cruguet Karen L Taylor.
Ryehill Farm owners Jim and Eleanor Ryan recall Heavenly Cause's near win in Belmont Park's Mother Goose Stakes. The almost white filly trailed Wayward Lass by a neck after a troubled stretch run, with Stan Stephens unhappy about jockey Eddie Maple's ride. The Ryans weigh future plans between racing and breeding as Heavenly Cause has earned over $500,000.
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