Regarded as one of the greatest fillies of all-time, Ruffian was adored by the American public and is attributed to the revival of horse racing in the northern states.
She remained unbeaten until suffering an injury in the famous match race with Foolish Pleasure which would sadly prove fatal.
Major wins:
Fashion Stakes (1974)
Astoria Stakes (1974)
Spinaway Stakes (1974)
Sorority Stakes (1974)
Comely Stakes (1975)
Acorn Stakes (1975)
Mother Goose Stakes (1975)
Coaching Club American Oaks (1975)
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