Birthdate: April 12, 1882
Sun Sign: Aries
Birthplace: Lexington, Kentucky, United State
Died: March 23, 1974
Jimmy Winkfield, a skilled Thoroughbred jockey and horse trainer hailing from Kentucky, made his mark in history by becoming the final African American to triumph at the Kentucky Derby in 1902. Despite encountering obstacles and experiencing discrimination in the United States, he thrived in Russia by clinching several esteemed races. Winkfield later relocated to France, where he sustained his success in racing by securing notable triumphs. Ultimately retiring as a jockey with a remarkable tally of over 2,500 wins, he seamlessly transitioned into a prosperous career as a horse trainer.
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