Spectacular Bid

Spectacular Bid (February 17,1976 — June 9, 2003) was an American thoroughbred race horse. His sire was Bold Bidder, stakes winner of 13 races and son of Bold Ruler. His dam was Spectacular by Promised Land, one of the most dominant racers of his time.

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February 17 - 1976 - June 9 - 2003 - American - Thoroughbred - Horse - Bold Bidder - Bold Ruler - Spectacular - Promised Land

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Spectacular Bid won 26 races of 30 started, winning US$2,781,607 over his career, a then-record sum. He finished less than third place just once in his career. He is probably most noted for his ill-fated attempt at winning the Triple Crown which came up short in the Belmont Stakes as a result of a freak accident involving a safety pin in his stall the morning of the race.

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Triple Crown - Belmont Stakes

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