#horse-racing-history

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fromIndependent
4 days ago

'We're watching you... we're the kidnappers of Shergar': Broadcaster Derek Thompson on the chilling call he received over the legendary horse

Derek Thompson, a prominent sports broadcaster, was contacted during a ransom negotiation for Shergar, a £10m stallion stolen from the Aga Khan's stud in 1983, allegedly by IRA members.
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fromDefector
10 months ago

Journalism Finally Meets Its Deadline, Wins The Preakness | Defector

Umberto Rispoli's victory on Journalism at the 2025 Preakness Stakes rejuvenated interest in horse racing as Pimlico faces demolition.
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