In Their Own Words

In Their Own Words” is a series of diaries that celebrates the rich history of the Belmont Stakes by featuring prominent owners, trainer and jockeys sharing their first-hand experiences of some of the most stirring moments in the history of the “Test of the Champion.” The series is co-authored by Tom Pedulla, who has covered every Belmont since 1997.

• Secretariat Moves "Like a Tremendous Machine" in Epic Belmont
• American Pharoah Ends Record Triple Crown Drought
• Julie Krone Rides Into History With Colonial Affair
• Affirmed Again Denies Alydar to Give Cauthen "The Greatest Day of My Racing Life"
• Marylou Whitney on Birdstone's Upset of Smarty Jones for 'The Most Glorious Day of My Life'
• A rivalry made for Hollywood, Easy Goer denies Sunday Silence’s Triple Crown bid
• Palace Malice Provides the “Mother of all Great Moments”
• Rags to Riches: A Filly's Historic Run in 2007 Belmont