Affirmed and Alydar (Thoroughbred Legends (Unnumbered))

Affirmed and Alydar (Thoroughbred Legends (Unnumbered))
by Timothy T. Capps

Affirmed and Alydar (Thoroughbred Legends (Unnumbered))
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Author: Timothy T. Capps
Edition: Paperback
Audio: English (Original Language); English (Unknown); English (Published)
Format: Illustrated
Published: 2007-04-25
ISBN: 1581501544
Number of pages: 240
Publisher: Eclipse Press

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Book Review: racing at its best
Summary: 4 Stars

An excellent recap of the greatest rivalry in horse racing. It tells the story of all their races, not just the well known story of the Triple Crown. Well written and balanced in its conclusions. Should be on the bookshelf of anyone interested in the history of the sport. A worthy addition to the Thoroughbred Legends series.

Summary of Affirmed and Alydar (Thoroughbred Legends (Unnumbered))

The greatest rivalry in modern Thoroughbred racing history began with little fanfare on June 15, 1977. The more experienced Affirmed defeated Alydar, who was making his racing debut in the Youthful Stakes at Belmont Park. In nine subsequent meetings, Affirmed got the better of Alydar six times, often by just inches. Their meetings, especially during the Triple Crown season of 1978, became the stuff of racing lore. Affirmed claimed the Triple Crown, but Alydar tested him to the limits each time in stirring stretch drives that left onlookers limp. Indeed, many racing historians consider their Belmont Stakes to be the greatest race of the 20th century. Author Tim Capps, who witnessed many of the Affirmed-Alydar races, chronicles their early years, first encounters, and epic clashes. He also tells the stories of the people who raised, trained, and rode these titans.

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