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Breeders’ Cup Fantastic Finishes: A Legendary Streak Halted

Sixteen years ago, horse racing was at one of its periodic upticks in national exposure as fans were drawn to the exploits of an unbeaten star racemare based in Southern California, and by the time the 27th Breeders' Cup World Championships arrived at Churchill Downs, excitement was at a fever pitch.

Breeders’ Cup Fantastic Finishes: A Legendary Streak Halted

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Sixteen years ago, horse racing was at one of its periodic upticks in national exposure as fans were drawn to the exploits of an unbeaten star racemare based in Southern California, and by the time the 27th...

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Sixteen years ago, horse racing was at one of its periodic upticks in national exposure as fans were drawn to the exploits of an unbeaten star racemare based in Southern California, and by the time the 27th Breeders' Cup World Championships arrived at Churchill Downs, excitement was at a fever pitch.

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Sixteen years ago, horse racing was at one of its periodic upticks in national exposure as fans were drawn to the exploits of an unbeaten star racemare based in Southern California, and by the time the 27th Breeders' Cup World Championships arrived at Churchill Downs, excitement was at a fever pitch.

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