"[...]three-quarter inches high. He has a neat head and neck running into rather a straight shoulder, with great length, good barrel, excellent hips and stifles, sound feet and legs well under him. He has fine turn of speed, and from the way he finished up the Derby to-day gives every evidence of being a good stayer. He was bred by Mr. H. P. McGrath, at McGrathiana Stud Farm, near Lexington, Ky., and is by Imp. Leamington, out of Sarong, by Lexington, her dam The Greek Slave, by Imp. Glencoe-Margaret Hunter, by Imp. Margrave-Mary Hunt, by Bertrand-Betty Coons, by Hephestion-by Hampton's Twig-by Imp. Bedford-by Harlequin-by Imp.[...]".

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Excerpt from History of the Kentucky Derby: 1875-1921 Baden-baden started five times at two years old, won one, lost four. He was unplaced at Lexington, Ky., for sweepstakes, one mile, won by 'glentina in He ran second at Louis ville, Ky., for the Belle Meade Stakes, three-quarters of a mile, won by Mcwhirter in 'same meeting ran second to Belle of the Meade for the Sanford Stakes, one mile, in Same meeting ran second to Belle of the Meade, 100 lbs. Each, for a sweepstakes, one mile, in the best on record, and at Nashville won the Young America Stakes, one mile, in beating King William, Barbara, Joe Burt and Alice Murphy. About the Publisher Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. Find more at www.forgottenbooks.com This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.

This is a reproduction of a vintage text, originally published in 1921. It provides a look back at the Kentucky Derby, a well-known American sporting event. This is a fantastic look back at the origins of the great American pastime.

Edward Norman Gardiners 'The History of Ancient Greek Sports and Athletic Festivals' is a detailed examination of the origins, significance, and evolution of sports in ancient Greece. Gardiner takes the reader on a journey through time, exploring the cultural and historical context in which athletic competitions such as the Olympic Games emerged. With a comprehensive analysis of events, rules, and athletes, the book provides insights into the role of sports in promoting physical excellence and fostering camaraderie among Greeks. Gardiners engaging writing style and meticulous research make this book a valuable resource for scholars and enthusiasts of ancient Greek history and sports. Edward Norman Gardiner, a renowned historian and classicist, brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to his exploration of ancient Greek sports. His passion for the subject is evident in his thorough examination of primary sources and scholarly literature, giving readers a comprehensive understanding of the significance of sports in Greek society. I highly recommend 'The History of Ancient Greek Sports and Athletic Festivals' to anyone interested in the intersection of sports, culture, and history. Gardiners scholarly yet accessible approach makes this book a must-read for those seeking a deeper understanding of ancient Greek civilization.