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  • May 2008
    • Big Brown's Paycheck to Help Injured Cop's Son

      Big Brown's Paycheck to Help Injured Cop's Son

      (Newser) - When Big Brown makes a run for the history books in the Belmont next month, he'll also be racing for the son of a seriously injured Long Island police officer. The horse's owners have pledged a portion of their Belmont earnings to Christopher Baribault, 6, whose dad, Kenneth, was hit by an alleged drunken driver Sunday, reports Newsday . More »

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      horse racing   Triple Crown   Big Brown   Long Island   Kent Desormeaux   Michael Iavarone

    • Just How Big is Big Brown?

      Just How Big is Big Brown?

      (Newser) - With Big Brown on the brink of being the first to snag horse racing's Triple Crown in three decades, some are wondering if the colt is really untouchable—or whether he's just the best of a mediocre field. The Belmont Stakes, on June 7, might help answer that question, the New York Times reports, as Big Brown will face another undefeated powerhouse. More »

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      horse racing   Kentucky Derby   Triple Crown   Big Brown   Belmont Stakes   Preakness   Richard Dutrow Jr.   Kent Desormeaux   Casino Drive

    • Big Brown Jockey Rides for Ailing Son

      Big Brown Jockey Rides for Ailing Son

      (Newser) - Kent Desormeaux, the jockey who rode Big Brown to victory in the Kentucky Derby, wants his son to see him win the Preakness tomorrow—before his eyesight fails entirely. Nine-year-old Jacob suffers from a genetic disorder that took his hearing and is slowly compromising his vision, but that hasn't stopped him from exulting in his dad's success, writes USA Today. More »

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      horse racing   Kentucky Derby   Triple Crown   Big Brown   Preakness   Kent Desormeaux

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