Triple Crown Near Misses: Spectacular Bid

Triple Crown Near Misses: Spectacular Bid

Spectacular Bid

Spectacular Bid (Bold Bidder x Spectacular by Promised Land) is without a doubt one of the greatest equines to ever set foot on a racetrack. He won 26 of 30 career starts and never lost from seven to ten furlongs. His career ended with earnings of $2,781,608 which was a record at that time.  A [...]

Almost Immortal, Part I

Spectacular Bid (1979)- This horse is one of the greatest to step on the track. He won 26 of 30 races over his career and collected a then record $2,781,607. He counts the Santa Anita Handicap and the Strub series among his most impressive wins. After winning the Kentucky Derby and Preakness, he lost in [...]