LEXINGTON, Ky. (FOX 56) — Pacing Triple Crown winner Western Dreamer died from age-related infirmities on Tuesday at the Kentucky Horse Park.
Foaled April 25, 1994, at Kentuckiana Farms, Western Dreamer was purchased at an auction as a yearling by George Segal of Versailles, according to the Kentucky Horse Park. Segal raced Western Dreamer as a 2-year-old and then later sold him to Canadians Matthew, Patrick Jr., and Daniel Daly in November of 1996 for $125,000.
“We are deeply saddened to hear of Western Dreamer’s passing. He brought much joy to our family and Standardbred racehorse fans throughout North America. We have countless fond memories of him on and off the track, most especially during each of his Triple Crown victories. We are most grateful to the staff at the Kentucky Horse Park for how well they have cared for him following his racing years and for ensuring his legacy of excellence lives on,” the Daly family said.
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