Turgeon (horse)
American-bred Thoroughbred racehorse / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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Turgeon (1986–2019) was an American-bred, French-trained Thoroughbred racehorse and sire. He was best known for his performances over extended distances, winning the Prix Royal-Oak and the Irish St. Leger in 1991, a year in which he was named European Champion Stayer at the Cartier Racing Awards. At stud he was particularly noted as a sire of steeplechase winners and remained active until his death aged 33.
Quick Facts Sire, Grandsire ...
Turgeon | |
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Sire | Caro |
Grandsire | Fortino |
Dam | Reiko |
Damsire | Targowice |
Sex | Stallion |
Foaled | 1986 |
Country | United States |
Colour | Gray |
Breeder | George W. Strawbridge Jr. |
Owner | George W. Strawbridge Jr. |
Trainer | Jonathan Pease |
Record | 27: 6-6-8 |
Earnings | £387,750 |
Major wins | |
Prix de l'Esperance (1989) Prix Vicomtesse Vigier (1990, 1991) Prix Kergorlay (1991) Prix Royal-Oak (1991) Irish St. Leger (1991) | |
Awards | |
European Champion Stayer (1991) | |
Last updated on November 22, 2007 |
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