73 Years After Creating History at The Kentucky Derby, Hall of Famer Falls Inches Short of a Miraculous Golfing Achievement

The game of golf holds a special place as an esteemed sport, captivating not only golfers but athletes from all walks of life. Many celebrities as well as sportspersons try to participate in local tournaments in order to play golf. A similar scenario unfolded during a recent gathering at a Palm Harbor Golf Club. There a famous American jockey, who has earned his place in the hall of fame, had the opportunity to try his hand at the illustrious game of golf.

Bill Boland, who is famous for his remarkable horsemanship skills that even made history at the Kentucky Derby, found himself facing a different challenge this time on the golf course. However, despite his best efforts, he wasn’t able to replicate the same level of excellence he had shown on the track.

Bill Boland falls short by 10 inches for a golf event

Boland, the celebrated winner of the 1950 Kentucky Derby at the young age of 16, faced a surprising dip in his performance during a recent golf event. Just a few days earlier, he had accomplished a remarkable feat by sinking a hole-in-one at the same hole. However, this time around, he narrowly missed recreating that triumph by a mere 10 inches.

In reality, Boland who retired from riding in 1969, had a strong interest in golf. After his retirement, though, he first trained horses for 19 years and then even served as a racing officer for another 10 years. However, finally, he retired in 1998. But he hasn’t given up his love for the sports. He has been playing golf on and off for around 40 years.

Yes, the 90-year-old plays golf locally at Palm Harbor every Monday and Friday morning. In a memorable Monday match, the Hall of Famer stunned his fellow competitors by making a hole-in-one on the difficult par-3 hole No. 17. He masterfully used a 5-utility club to pull off this amazing achievement. 

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Boland’s outstanding stroke, though, came agonizingly near to making the hole during his second round on Friday, missing by just 10 inches. This would have been his third career hole-in-one shot if he had been successful in his attempt. Boland lovingly remembers scoring his first ace at Cypress Knoll around ten years ago. When asked about his handicapped, he remarked “Playing Golf.”

Bill Boland and his illustrious career

Boland’s love for horse racing extends beyond the track, as he actively participates in fundraising efforts for the Permanently Disabled Jockeys Fund. In collaboration with her wife Sandy, Boland joined forces with seven paraplegic former jockeys to host an autograph signing event, resulting in an impressive donation of $450,000 towards the fund.

Boland believes he is still young (when it comes to golf), so there’s a potential he’ll be able to hit more impressive strokes in the future. What are your views on the Jockey’s hole-in-one shot? Let us know in the comments below.

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