The world of horse racing has witnessed some remarkable champions over the years. While speed is undoubtedly important, it also takes stamina and sheer determination to cross that finish line as a winner.
Add money to the mix, and things become even more exhilarating, with fortunes won and lost in the blink of an eye. Horse racing is one of the most bet on sports, with big-name races like the Travers Stakes and the Arkansas Derby, seeing millions in wagers.
Here are seven equine beauties who have attained victory on the tracks and racked up top prize money.
1. Secretariat
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Largely regarded as one of the greatest racehorses of all time, Secretariat’s name is synonymous with speed and power. Back in the 70s, Secretariat impressed fans and bettors worldwide. He ran spectacularly in races like the Kentucky Derby and Preakness Stakes, the latter of which is the 8th most bet on race in the world, attracting around $80 million in wagers each year. In addition, Secretariat was featured in Time and Sports Illustrated magazines for his performance.
His most famous triumph, the 1973 Belmont Stakes, saw him claiming the Triple Crown with a glorious 31-length victory. With career earnings totaling over 3 million, the chestnut stallion has ranked some sizable prize money, also making him one of the most bet-on horses of his time.
2. Man o’ War
A true icon of American horse racing, Man o’ War remains a legend decades after his racing days. Born in 1917, this towering chestnut colossus dominated the tracks during the golden age of horse racing.
Loved and known for his incredible speed and unrivaled stamina, Man o’ War won a remarkable 20 out of 21 races in his career, making him one of Samuel D. Riddle’s most lucrative investments. The exact extent of Man o’ War’s earnings is unavailable, but most sources agree that it comes out to around $249,465 (equivalent to over 3.5 million today).
Dubbed the unofficial American horse of the year in 1920, the impact Man o’ War had on horse racing is truly immeasurable.
3. American Pharoah
In 2015, American Pharoah captured the attention of the racing world by ending a 37-year Triple Crown drought. Trained by Bob Baffert and owned by Ahmed Zayat, this talented colt became the first horse since Affirmed in 1978 to win the Kentucky Derby, Preakness Stakes, and Belmont Stakes in the same year.
His jaw-dropping Triple Crown earned him a special place in race history, including him in the American Racing Hall of Fame, and catapulted his career earnings to over $6 million.
4. Arrogate
Thanks to his impressive stature and muscle-power strides, Arrogate quickly set himself up as one of the most dominant and popular racehorses of his generation. Trained by Bob Baffert, the grey steed delivered several astonishing performances on the track.
In 2016, he amazed race lovers and bettors all over the world with his record-breaking victory in the Breeders’ Cup Classic by overcoming a slow start to charge past his rivals in a jaw-dropping triumph! Arrogate amassed over $17 million in earnings throughout his career, making him one of the highest-earning horses in racing history.
5. Gun Runner
If the name doesn’t already say it all, then his performance on track certainly will! Thanks to his sheer grit and speed as well as noteworthy victories such as the Breeders’ Cup Classic and the Dubai World Cup, Gun Runner gained
Although recently retired, the chestnut’s impressive resume helped him earn over $15 million throughout his career, bringing much joy to owner Winchell Thoroughbreds. Due to his impressive career, including winning four Grade 1 Races at the age of four, Gun Runner is widely considered one of the top-earning horses of all time.
6. Winx
Hailing all the way from Australia, Winx captivated audiences with her unmatched dominance on the track. Trained by Chris Waller, the beautiful mare broke records when she won 33 consecutive races, an unprecedented winning streak that was sure to make history!
A career purse worth over $15 million put Winx among the highest-earning racehorses ever. She dominated tracks, leaving other chargers struggling to keep up, and was a favorite of race fans and bettors alike.
7. Enable
Enable, a British-bred champion, captivated racing enthusiasts worldwide. Her remarkable speed and relentless spirit were displayed on European and North American tracks for many years.
After many career victories, such as prestigious races such as the Prix de l’Arc de Triomphe and the Breeders’ Cup Turf, Enable soon became one of the highest-earning mares in racing history with a purse of over $12 million.
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