"The race is not always to the swift but to those who keep running."
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About Bill Shoemaker
Bill Shoemaker was an American jockey who is widely considered one of the greatest in horse racing history. Born in 1931 in Texas, Shoemaker started his career as a jockey at a young age and went on to win numerous prestigious races, including the Kentucky Derby and the Belmont Stakes. He was known for his exceptional riding skills, professionalism, and remarkable success in a career that spanned over four decades.
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