Holy Bull: The Untold Story of a Racing Legend | Avalyn Hunter Interview
What happens when a Kentucky Derby disappointment becomes the beginning of a champion's greatest chapter?
In this episode of Speaking of Writers — the Keeneland Library Lecture Series, Steve Richards talks with acclaimed Thoroughbred historian Avalyn Hunter, author of Holy Bull: An Unconventional Path to Racing Glory.
Holy Bull's story wasn't supposed to unfold this way.
The gray colt came from humble beginnings, caught the eye of trainer Warren “Jimmy” Croll, and eventually arrived at the Kentucky Derby with championship expectations.
Then he finished 12th.
Just 23 days later, Holy Bull…
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