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Gallant Fox
View on Wikipedia| Gallant Fox | |
|---|---|
| Sire | Sir Gallahad III |
| Grandsire | Teddy |
| Dam | Marguerite |
| Damsire | Celt |
| Sex | Stallion |
| Foaled | 1927 |
| Country | United States |
| Color | Bay |
| Breeder | Belair Stud |
| Owner | Belair Stud Stable (Colors: White, Red Dots, Red Cap) |
| Trainer | James E. Fitzsimmons |
| Record | 17: 11-3-2 |
| Earnings | $328,165 |
| Major wins | |
Triple Crown race wins:
| |
| Awards | |
| 2nd U.S. Triple Crown Champion U.S. Champion 3-Yr-Old Colt (1930) United States Horse of the Year (1930) | |
| Honors | |
| United States Racing Hall of Fame (1957) #28 - Top 100 U.S. Racehorses of the 20th Century Gallant Fox Handicap at Aqueduct Racetrack Gallant Fox Lane in Bowie, Maryland | |
| Last updated on June 09, 2012 | |
Gallant Fox (March 23, 1927 – November 13, 1954) was a champion American Thoroughbred racehorse who is the second winner of the American Triple Crown.
In a racing career which lasted from 1929 to 1930, Gallant Fox won 11 of his 17 races including the three Triple Crown races. The term "Triple Crown" was not commonly used at the time but was employed by The New York Times to describe the colt's achievements.[1]
Background
[edit]
Gallant Fox was a bay colt with a white blaze,[2] was foaled at Claiborne Farm in Paris, Kentucky, and was one of many leading American racehorses sired by the French-bred stallion Sir Gallahad III. His dam was the mare Marguerite, who also produced Gallant Fox's full brother Fighting Fox, whose wins included the Grand Union Hotel Stakes, the Wood Memorial Stakes, and the Carter Handicap. Owned by the Belair Stud of Collington, Maryland, Gallant Fox was trained by "Sunny Jim" Fitzsimmons and ridden in his major victories by Earl Sande. Early in his career, Gallant Fox was known for being distracted at times, supposedly being late out of the gate in his maiden race due to an airplane flying overhead. Gallant Fox also would become reluctant to run unless there was at least one other horse accompanying him. To help work him out, Fitzsimmons would have other horses placed around the track ahead of Gallant Fox, so he would chase after them.
Racing career
[edit]In 1929, Gallant Fox won twice, taking the Flash Stakes and the Cowdin Stakes, but in his biggest test he finished third to Harry Payne Whitney's Whichone in the Belmont Futurity Stakes.
The colt was regarded as a major contender for 1930's major three-year-old races and confirmed his status with a win in the Wood Memorial Stakes, beating Crack Brigade by four lengths at Jamaica Race Course in April.[3]
In May, Gallant Fox started as the favorite for the Preakness Stakes, that year the first of the "Triple Crown" races. Ridden by Earl Sande, he took the lead early in the straight and held the late challenge of Crack Brigade by three quarters of a length. The win was enthusiastically received with the popular Sande smiling and raising his whip to the crowd.[4] The Kentucky Derby, two weeks later, attracted a crowd of 50,000 despite heavy rain at Louisville, and Gallant Fox started favorite. He broke slowly but took the lead on the backstretch from the filly Alcibiades[5] before winning by two lengths from Gallant Knight, completing the course in 2:07 3/5 on a muddy track.[6] Sande won the race for a record third time, following victories on Zev and Flying Ebony. By this time, Gallant Fox was becoming known as "the red-headed-horse"[7] because of the bright red hood he wore in his races, and was also called "The Fox of Belair" or simply "The Fox." At Belmont Park three weeks later, he won the Belmont Stakes from Whichone, who had missed the Derby but won the Withers Stakes and had been favored to win by many "experts".[7] Before the end of June, Gallant Fox added a win in the Dwyer Stakes at odds of 1/10, although the lack of effective opposition (Whichone missed the race through injury) made the victory a "hollow" one.[8] By July, Gallant Fox was being described as a "super horse"[9] and about 60,000 were in attendance at Arlington Park near Chicago when he won the Arlington Classic by a neck from Gallant Knight with the top weight of 126 pounds.[10]
Gallant Fox and Whichone met again in August in the Travers Stakes at Saratoga, but in a huge upset, they finished second and third to 100/1 outsider Jim Dandy, who appeared ideally suited for the muddy track and won by three lengths.[11] Fitzsimmons blamed the state of the ground for the colt's defeat and claimed that he had only run on the insistence of his owner.[12] In the Lawrence Realization Stakes at Belmont Park in September, Gallant Fox, by then generally acknowledged as the champion of the year, defeated Questionnaire by a nose. His win took his earnings to $317,865, surpassing the world record held since 1923 by Zev.[13] By the end of a season, Gallant Fox had increased his earnings to $328,165, although the record lasted only a year before it was beaten by Sun Beau.[14]
In October, after wins against older horses in the Saratoga Cup and the Jockey Club Gold Cup, it was announced that Gallant Fox would be retired to stud.[15] At the end of the year, he was described as "easily the outstanding Thoroughbred" of 1930.[16] Although at the time there was no organized "Horse of the Year" award, The Blood-Horse retrospective named Gallant Fox as the 1930 American Horse of the Year. The most respected Thoroughbred racing magazine in North America and now owned by The Jockey Club, The Blood-Horse commissioned an exhaustive review covering the period 1887 through 1935 to provide their list of national Champions that is used by the National Museum of Racing and Hall of Fame and Churchill Downs, Inc., among others.[17]
Race record
[edit]| Date | Track | Race | Distance
(Furlongs) |
Finish
Position |
Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6-24-1929 | Aqueduct | Allowance | 5 | 3 | |
| 6-29-1929 | Aqueduct | Tremont Stakes | 6 | 8 | Track: Good |
| 7-29-1929 | Saratoga | Flash Stakes | 5 ½ | 1 | |
| 8-3-1929 | Saratoga | U. S. Hotel Stakes | 6 | 2 | |
| 9-10-1929 | Belmont Park | Allowance | 6 | 2 | Track: Good
Impeded Widener Chute |
| 9-14-1929 | Belmont Park | Futurity Stakes | 7 (about) | 3 | Widener Chute |
| 9-28-1929 | Aqueduct | Junior Championship Stakes | 8 | 1 | |
| 4-26-1930 | Jamaica Race Course | Wood Memorial | 8 and 70 yards | 1 | |
| 5-9-1930 | Pimlico | Preakness Stakes | 9 ½ | 1 | Geldings not eligible
Run before KY Derby |
| 5-17-1930 | Churchill Downs | Kentucky Derby | 10 | 1 | Track: Good |
| 6-7-1930 | Belmont Park | Belmont Stakes | 12 | 1 | Track: Good
Won the newly named Triple Crown |
| 6-28-1930 | Aqueduct | Dwyer Stakes | 12 | 1 | Track: Good |
| 7-12-1930 | Arlington Park | Classic | 10 | 1 | |
| 8-16-1930 | Saratoga | Travers Stakes | 10 | 2 | Track: Heavy
Famously lost to Jim Dandy by eight lengths |
| 8-30-1930 | Saratoga | Saratoga Cup | 14 | 1 | |
| 9-6-1930 | Belmont Park | Lawrence Realization | 13 | 1 | |
| 9-17-1930 | Belmont Park | Jockey Club Gold Cup | 16 | 1 |
Stud career
[edit]Gallant Fox was retired to stud after the 1930 racing season and had a twenty-two year breeding career. Among his progeny were 1935 Triple Crown winner Omaha and Granville, the 1936 Horse of the Year. He also sired Omaha's full brother Flares, who in 1938 became only the second American-bred to ever win England's Ascot Gold Cup.
Gallant Fox was the first US Triple Crown winner to sire a second-generation Triple Crown champion when his son Omaha won the U.S. Triple Crown in 1935. Fifty-eight years later, in 1993, Affirmed became the second when his son, Peteski, won the Canadian Triple Crown.
Gallant Fox died on November 13, 1954, and was buried at Claiborne Farm. His epitaph famously reads, "He swept like a meteor across the racing sky of 1930." In 1957, he was inducted into the National Museum of Racing and Hall of Fame. Blood-Horse magazine's ranking of the top 100 U.S. thoroughbred champions of the 20th Century listed Gallant Fox at #28.
Pedigree
[edit]| Sire Sir Gallahad (FR) 1920 |
Teddy (FR) 1913 |
Ajax | Flying Fox |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amie | |||
| Rondeau | Bay Ronald | ||
| Doremi | |||
| Plucky Liege (GB) 1912 |
Spearmint | Carbine | |
| Maid of the Mint | |||
| Concertina | St. Simon | ||
| Comic Song | |||
| Dam Marguerite (USA) 1920 |
Celt (USA) 1905 |
Commando | Domino |
| Emma C. | |||
| Maid of Erin | Amphion | ||
| Mavourneen | |||
| Fairy Ray (GB) 1911 |
Radium | Bend Or | |
| Taia | |||
| Seraph | St. Frusquin | ||
| St. Marina (Family 4-n)[19] |
References
[edit]- ^ Field, Bryan (1930-06-08). "Gallant Fox Beats Whichone 4 Lengths in $81,340 Belmont – Woodward's Preakness, Derby Winner Ties Sir Barton as Triple Crown Hero – Sande is Up Once More – Famous Jockey, Face Bandaged From Auto Crash, Carries On to Cheers of 40,000 – Sets Record for Event – Goes Mile and Half in 2:31 3-5 — Clinches 3-Year-Old Title in Beating 3-5 Favorite". New York Times. p. 1S. Retrieved 2012-04-24.
- ^ "Gallant Fox photograph". Claiborne Farm. Archived from the original on 2012-10-07. Retrieved 2012-04-24.
- ^ "Gallant Fox wins". Ludington Daily News. April 27, 1930. Retrieved 2012-04-24.
- ^ "Gallant Fox wins Preakness". Milwaukee Journal. May 9, 1930. Retrieved 2012-04-24.[dead link]
- ^ "1930 | 2012 Kentucky Oaks & Derby | May 4 and 5, 2012 | Tickets, Events, News". Kentuckyderby.com. Archived from the original on 2022-02-23. Retrieved 2012-04-24.
- ^ "Combination of Earl Sande and Gallant Fox Again Victorious". Leader-Post. May 19, 1930. Retrieved 2012-04-24.
- ^ a b "Gallant Fox, Sande riding, wins Belmont". Milwaukee Sentinel. June 7, 1930. Retrieved 2012-04-24.[dead link]
- ^ "Gallant Fox wins Dwyer". Pittsburgh Press. June 29, 1930. Retrieved 2012-04-24.
- ^ "Super Horse adds $64,750 to winnings". Milwaukee Sentinel. July 13, 1930. Retrieved 2012-04-24.[dead link]
- ^ "A Look Back at Gallant Fox's Arlington Classic (excerpts from original article)". Blood-Horse. 19 July 1930. Retrieved 25 May 2017.
- ^ "Gallant Fox badly beaten". San Jose Evening News. August 16, 1930. Retrieved 2012-04-24.
- ^ "Gallant Fox loses Travers, Sunny Jim Speaks, 1930". Colins Ghost. 2008-08-16. Retrieved 2012-04-24.
- ^ "Gallant Fox sets record". Milwaukee Journal. September 7, 1930. Retrieved 2012-04-24.[dead link]
- ^ Morris, Tony; Randall, John (1990). Horse Racing: Records, Facts, Champions (Third ed.). Guinness Publishing. ISBN 0-85112-902-1.
- ^ "Gallant Fox retired to stud". Evening Independent. October 7, 1930. Retrieved 2012-04-24.
- ^ "Gallant Fox tops turf cash winners". Ludington Daily News. December 28, 1930. Retrieved 2012-04-24.
- ^ The Bloodhorse.com Champion's history charts Archived September 4, 2012, at the Wayback Machine
- ^ "Gallant Fox Horse Pedigree". Pedigreequery.com. 1954-11-13. Retrieved 2012-04-24.
- ^ "St. Marguerite - Family 4-n". Bloodlines.net. Archived from the original on 2013-05-10. Retrieved 2012-04-24.
Gallant Fox
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Breeding and Early Development
Gallant Fox was foaled on March 23, 1927, at Claiborne Farm near Paris, Kentucky, as a bay colt bred by Belair Stud.[4][1] He was sired by Sir Gallahad III, a French-bred stallion imported to Claiborne who became a leading sire in North America, topping the general sire list four times between 1930 and 1940 and producing 64 stakes winners from 567 foals.[5][6] His dam was Marguerite, a chestnut mare by Celt—a fast, stakes-winning son of Commando known for imparting speed to his progeny—who herself produced several notable offspring despite a racing career limited to one start due to injury.[3][7][8] From birth, Gallant Fox displayed distinctive physical traits as a leggy bay colt, standing at 16.1 hands in maturity with a white-ringed right eye that lent him a striking appearance.[3][9] His early personality was gregarious and sociable, marked by a preference for the company of other horses even in initial handling, which foreshadowed his later training needs.[3][4] Gallant Fox spent his formative months raised at Claiborne Farm, adhering to standard Thoroughbred practices of the era, including weaning from his dam around six months and gentle breaking as a yearling during 1927 and 1928 to prepare for future development.[4][1] This foundational period at the renowned Kentucky nursery allowed him to grow into a robust individual before transitioning to more intensive preparation.[4]Ownership and Training
Gallant Fox was bred and initially owned by William Woodward Sr.'s Belair Stud Stable, a prominent East Coast Thoroughbred operation based in Collington, Maryland, known for its influential role in American horse racing during the early 20th century.[4][1][10] Woodward, a New York financier and passionate breeder, established Belair as a leading stable that prioritized quality bloodlines and strategic racing campaigns, with Gallant Fox representing one of its flagship homebreds from the outset of his career.[11] The colt's preparation was overseen by Hall of Fame trainer James E. "Sunny Jim" Fitzsimmons, a veteran conditioner renowned for his patient, methodical approach to developing young Thoroughbreds.[12] Fitzsimmons, who had joined Belair Stud in the 1920s, employed innovative techniques tailored to Gallant Fox's exceptional energy, including morning workouts with relay teams of stablemates to challenge his pace over extended distances, as no single horse could match his stamina alone.[4][3] This regimen emphasized building endurance and speed without overtaxing the leggy bay colt, reflecting Fitzsimmons' philosophy of gradual maturation for long-term success.[13] Gallant Fox's serious training began in late 1928 at Belmont Park, where Fitzsimmons focused on honing his juvenile potential through controlled exercises designed to enhance both stamina for longer routes and quick acceleration for sprints.[4] For his racing campaigns, particularly the major stakes starting in 1930, the horse was primarily partnered with Earl Sande, a leading jockey of the era and Hall of Famer who had recently come out of retirement to ride for Belair.[1][14] Sande's expert handling complemented Fitzsimmons' preparation, providing the tactical finesse needed to navigate high-stakes competition.[15]Racing Career
Two-Year-Old Season
Gallant Fox began his racing career in the summer of 1929 under trainer James "Sunny Jim" Fitzsimmons, debuting on June 24 at Aqueduct Racetrack in a five-furlong allowance race on dirt, where he finished a strong third despite racing greenly in a field of 10 horses. Five days later, on June 29, he finished eighth in the Tremont Stakes over six furlongs at the same track, his only career finish out of the money.[16] The colt broke his maiden on July 27 in the Flash Stakes at Saratoga Race Course, a prestigious juvenile event over 5½ furlongs on dirt, closing swiftly from third place in the stretch to win by 1½ lengths at 10-1 odds under jockey Jimmy Burke. This victory, his first after two starts, highlighted his emerging closing speed and convinced owner William Woodward to invest further in the promising son of Sir Gallahad III.[16][17] Gallant Fox followed up with a second-place finish in the United States Hotel Stakes over six furlongs at Saratoga on August 3, showing improved stamina on the dirt surface. On September 10, he finished second in a six-furlong allowance race at Belmont Park. Two days later, on September 14, he competed in the high-profile Futurity Stakes at Belmont Park, finishing third behind Harry Payne Whitney's Whichone over six furlongs, a performance that underscored his competitiveness against top juveniles despite the defeat. He concluded the season on September 28 with a victory in the Junior Champion Stakes (later renamed the Cowdin Stakes) at Aqueduct Racetrack over one mile on dirt, rallying in the final eighth of a mile under jockey Laverne Fator to catch pacesetter Desert Light by a head and secure his second stakes win.[9][16][15] In total, Gallant Fox made seven starts as a two-year-old, recording two wins, two seconds, and two thirds while earning $19,890, all on dirt tracks where he adapted effectively to fast conditions. His tactical closing style in victories like the Flash and Junior Champion Stakes marked him as a versatile and intelligent runner with classic potential, though contemporary rankings placed him sixth among American juvenile colts behind Whichone, the divisional champion.[18][9]Three-Year-Old Season
Gallant Fox began his three-year-old campaign in April 1930 with a dominant performance in the Wood Memorial Stakes at Jamaica Race Course, where he won by four lengths under jockey Earl Sande, emerging as the clear favorite for the upcoming classics.[1][19] This victory, his only prep race before the major events, showcased his maturing talent and readiness for longer distances, building on his juvenile foundation.[17] Throughout the 1930 season, Gallant Fox demonstrated remarkable consistency and adaptation to extended routes, competing in 10 starts and securing 9 victories while finishing second once.[1][20] Trained by James E. "Sunny Jim" Fitzsimmons, he transitioned seamlessly from shorter juvenile sprints to demanding classic distances, often carrying high weights and prevailing in stakes company.[1] His campaign highlighted a horse at the peak of physical and mental maturity, with Sande's expert handling contributing to his success in navigating competitive fields.[20] Gallant Fox's 1930 earnings totaled $308,275, establishing a single-season record for a Thoroughbred that remained unbroken for 16 years and marking the first time any horse surpassed $300,000 in one year.[20][21] This financial milestone underscored the scale of his dominance and the growing prestige of American racing during the era.[1]Race Record and Achievements
Triple Crown Victories
Gallant Fox began his Triple Crown campaign in 1930 by winning the Preakness Stakes on May 10 at Pimlico Race Course, edging out Dixiana by three-quarters of a length in a time of 2:00 3/5 for the 1 3/16-mile distance.[22][3] Jockey Earl Sande guided the colt to victory in a tightly contested finish, marking the first leg of what would become a historic sweep under the modern Triple Crown format of the Preakness, Kentucky Derby, and Belmont Stakes. This win solidified Gallant Fox's form following his strong prep performances earlier in the year. One week later, on May 17 at Churchill Downs, Gallant Fox captured the 56th Kentucky Derby, prevailing by three-quarters of a length over runner-up Gallant Knight in 2:07 3/5 on a muddy track.[22][23] Sande's strategic ride allowed Gallant Fox to rally from off the pace, securing his second consecutive classic victory and positioning him as the favorite for the final leg. Gallant Fox completed the Triple Crown three weeks later on June 7 at Belmont Park, winning the Belmont Stakes by three lengths over Whichone in a time of 2:31 3/5 for 1 1/2 miles despite rainy conditions.[24][3] Sande again partnered the colt for a wire-to-wire effort, earning $66,040 and elevating Gallant Fox's seasonal earnings beyond $300,000—the first horse to achieve such a milestone in a single year.[17] As the second horse to win all three races after Sir Barton in 1919, Gallant Fox's accomplishment popularized the term "Triple Crown," which was first consistently applied following his Belmont triumph, establishing the series as a definitive test of three-year-old excellence.[25][26]Other Key Races and Records
Beyond his Triple Crown triumphs, Gallant Fox demonstrated remarkable versatility and stamina in several other significant races during his three-year-old season. On June 28, 1930, at Aqueduct Racetrack, he captured the Dwyer Stakes over 1 1/2 miles, defeating Xenofol by 1 1/2 lengths in a time of 2:32 2/5 despite jockey Earl Sande riding with a leg injury, securing a purse of $11,500 and becoming the first horse to win the Preakness, Kentucky Derby, Belmont Stakes, and Dwyer Stakes.[27] He followed this with a victory in the Arlington Classic on July 12, 1930, at Arlington Park over 1 1/8 miles, edging out Gallant Knight by a neck to earn $20,000 and further solidify his status as the leading three-year-old.[28] Gallant Fox's undefeated streak in 1930 came to an abrupt end in the Travers Stakes on August 16, 1930, at Saratoga Race Course, where the heavy favorite was upset by 100-1 longshot Jim Dandy, who won by 8 lengths on a muddy track while Gallant Fox finished second, marking his only defeat of the year.[29] He quickly rebounded in the Saratoga Cup on August 23, 1930, at Saratoga, a weight-for-age handicap over 1 1/4 miles, where he dominated the field to claim the $5,000 purse and reaffirm his class against older horses.[1] Later victories in the Lawrence Realization Stakes on September 6, 1930, at Belmont Park (1 1/2 miles, $25,000 purse) and the Jockey Club Gold Cup on November 8, 1930, at Belmont (2 miles, $46,000 purse) capped his campaign, showcasing his ability to excel at longer distances.[30] Gallant Fox's overall career statistics reflect his exceptional talent and consistency: in 17 lifetime starts, he recorded 11 wins, 3 second-place finishes, and 2 thirds, amassing $328,165 in earnings—a world record for any Thoroughbred upon retirement in late 1930.[2][4]| Date | Track | Race/Distance | Finish | Purse |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 26, 1930 | Aqueduct | Wood Memorial / 1m | 1st | $10,150 |
| May 10, 1930 | Pimlico | Preakness Stakes / 1 3/16 m | 1st | $49,575 |
| May 17, 1930 | Churchill Downs | Kentucky Derby / 1 1/4 m | 1st | $50,725 |
| Jun 7, 1930 | Belmont Park | Belmont Stakes / 1 1/2 m | 1st | $66,040 |
| Jun 28, 1930 | Aqueduct | Dwyer Stakes / 1 1/2 m | 1st | $11,500 |
| Jul 12, 1930 | Arlington Park | Arlington Classic / 1 1/8 m | 1st | $20,000 |
| Aug 16, 1930 | Saratoga | Travers Stakes / 1 1/4 m | 2nd | Unknown |
| Aug 23, 1930 | Saratoga | Saratoga Cup / 1 1/4 m | 1st | $5,000 |
| Sep 6, 1930 | Belmont Park | Lawrence Realization / 1 1/2 m | 1st | $25,000 |
| Nov 8, 1930 | Belmont Park | Jockey Club Gold Cup / 2m | 1st | $46,000 |
Stud Career and Legacy
Breeding Accomplishments
Gallant Fox was retired sound in the fall of 1930 following his three-year-old season and immediately entered stud at Claiborne Farm in Paris, Kentucky, his birthplace.[4][9] Owned by Belair Stud Stable, he stood primarily at Claiborne Farm throughout his breeding career, beginning service in 1931.[1] His fertility was strongest in the early years, producing 12 stakes winners from his first four crops (1931–1934), though output declined thereafter with only six more from the subsequent 17 crops (1935–1951).[9] He remained active until pensioned in 1952.[9] According to Jockey Club records, Gallant Fox sired 322 named foals over 21 crops, yielding 172 winners (53.4% winners-to-foals rate) and 18 stakes winners for an overall stakes winners rate of 5.6%.[9] He died on November 13, 1954, at age 27 at Claiborne Farm and was buried there near his sire, Sir Gallahad III.[4][9]Progeny and Influence
Gallant Fox sired 18 stakes winners from 322 named foals, establishing a significant presence in Thoroughbred breeding during his stud career at Claiborne Farm.[9] Among his most prominent offspring was Omaha, who in 1935 became only the third horse—and the first son of a Triple Crown winner—to claim the American Triple Crown, mirroring his sire's achievement and creating a unique father-son legacy in the sport.[31] Another standout progeny was Granville, a 1936 Horse of the Year who was runner-up in the Preakness Stakes and winner of the Belmont Stakes while dominating as a four-year-old with victories in high-profile races like the Suburban Handicap and Jockey Club Gold Cup.[32] These successes underscored Gallant Fox's versatility as a sire of classic-distance performers and routers capable of excelling on dirt tracks.[33] Gallant Fox's bloodlines contributed to the renowned "Foxes of Belair" dynasty, bolstering the legacy of Belair Stud under owner William Woodward Sr., which produced multiple champions and influenced American Thoroughbred breeding through enhanced stamina and racing class in subsequent generations.[34] His descendants extended this impact, with progeny lines intersecting broader pedigrees that shaped modern sires, though his direct male line faded after the successes of sons like Omaha and Granville.[25] Belair Stud's prominence, elevated by Gallant Fox's contributions, positioned it as a cornerstone of early 20th-century breeding, fostering horses known for their competitive edge and endurance in major stakes events.[31] Gallant Fox's enduring honors reflect his pivotal role in racing history, including induction into the National Museum of Racing and Hall of Fame in 1957, recognizing his Triple Crown triumph and record-setting earnings of $328,165—unmatched until 1946.[1] He was ranked No. 28 on Blood-Horse magazine's list of the top 100 U.S. Thoroughbreds of the 20th century, affirming his status among elite champions like Man o' War and Citation.[17] The Gallant Fox Stakes, a 1 1/8-mile handicap race held annually at Aqueduct Racetrack since 1957, bears his name as a tribute to his legacy in New York racing.[35] In modern contexts, his achievements received renewed attention during the 90th anniversary of his 1930 Triple Crown in 2020, with media coverage drawing parallels to later icons like Secretariat for their shared dominance and cultural resonance in the sport.[36]Pedigree
The following table outlines the pedigree of Gallant Fox, showing his sire and dam along with their parents.[37]| Sire: Sir Gallahad III (bay, 1920) | Dam: Marguerite (chestnut, 1920) | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Teddy (bay, 1913) | Plucky Liege (bay, 1912) | Celt (chestnut, 1905) | Fairy Ray (chestnut, 1911) | ||
| Ajax (bay, 1901) | Amie (chestnut, 1893) | Spearmint (bay, 1903) | Commando (bay, 1898) | Radium (bay, 1903) | |
| Flying Fox (bay, 1896) | Vampire (brown, 1889) | Carbine (bay, 1885) | Domino (black, 1891) | Bend Or (bay, 1877) |