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Unsound, unknown, Canonero II arrived at Churchill Downs through an arduous route and in poor condition. His non-English speaking connections claimed the colt would win.

Secretariat's 1973 Derby record time still stands. Seattle Slew was called Baby Huey. Affirmed stood firm against Alydar. Riva Ridge was Secretariat's stablemate.

Seldom has a Thoroughbred champion won under such unlikely circumstances as did Canonero II. His story is overwhelming in heart and will, and worth repeating.