Birthdate: December 28, 1946
Sun Sign: Capricorn
Birthplace: Chepo, Panama
Jorge Velásquez was a renowned Hall of Fame jockey in thoroughbred horse racing. Beginning his career in Panama before moving to the United States, Velasquez achieved success by winning numerous races and earning top rankings in money-winning. He gained national fame for his involvement in a historic racing rivalry, notably finishing second in all three 1978 American Triple Crown races. Throughout his career, Velasquez secured victories in prestigious races like the Kentucky Derby and Breeders’ Cup Classic, ultimately retiring with an impressive record of 6,795 wins.
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