With Over $3,470,000 in Career Earnings, Thoroughbreds and the ‘Winningest Owner in Remington’ Inducted Into Equestrian Hall of Fame

As the sun sets on Remington Park this fall, the anticipation surges like a thoroughbred at the starting gate. Equestrian fans assemble during this time to watch the Grade 3 Oklahoma Derby, an exhilarating spectacle that highlights the best equine talents.

But this year, the anticipation reaches new heights, as the prestigious Oklahoma Horse Racing Hall of Fame prepares to welcome its newest class of inductees. The stage is set for a celebration of greatness, where four magnificent horses and one esteemed horseman will be forever enshrined in equestrian history.

Equestrian history is in the making

The esteemed Oklahoma Horse Racing Hall of Fame is a prestigious establishment. It honors the horses, owners, breeders, trainers, jockeys, and industry icons who have made a lasting impact on the sport both locally and nationally as a testament to the long-lasting legacy of horse racing in Oklahoma. Four magnificent horses and one revered horseman stand out among this year’s esteemed inductees.

According to BloodHorse, first in the spotlight is the winningest owner, Danny Caldwell, a true stalwart of horse racing in Oklahoma. Hailing from Poteau, Oklahoma, Caldwell’s journey to the top was built on perseverance and a unique business model. With an impressive 421 wins at Remington Park, he stands tall as the all-time leading owner, a testament to his unyielding dedication and love for the sport.

Caldwell and his horses’ victories in prestigious races like the Oklahoma Classics Cup have left an indelible mark on the sport. Welder, the gray sprinter who won fans’ hearts at Remington Park, is our next opponent. This exceptional gelding reached incredible heights while being trained by Teri Luneack, winning three consecutive Remington Park Horse of the Meeting awards.

His thrilling sprints and 16 career victories in Oklahoma City secured him a spot in the annals of the sport as the track’s all-time victories leader. Welder’s legacy reverberates with the spirit of tenacity and brilliance on the racing track, having earned over $1.2 million. Making history on the hallowed grounds of Remington Park, the next in line is another star.

The spotlight continues to shine on these stars

Shotgun Kowboy enters the stage as the 2015 Oklahoma Derby champion. Shotgun Kowboy, who was bred, owned, and trained by the esteemed C.R. Trout, cemented his place among the equestrian elite with his victory in the most lucrative race at the track. He became a true Oklahoma racing legend thanks to his four record-breaking victories in the Oklahoma Classics Cup. The focus then shifts to stakes-winning filly Slide Show, whose breathtaking performances mesmerized onlookers in Remington Park’s early years.

Slide Show’s nearly undefeated career in Oklahoma City, owned by Joe Colley and Deanne White, is a testament to her extraordinary talent and tenacity. Racing fans will never forget Slide Show’s elegant strides because of his 11 straight victories at the track, including victories in seven stakes races. Finally, we come across sprinter Darrell Darrell, a fan favorite from the early 1990s. This brave gelding, whose fans adored his adaptability and tenacity, triumphed over both open company and other Oklahoma-bred horses. Darrell Darrell is a true representative of Oklahoma racing, as evidenced by the 25 in-the-money finishes he earned in 28 starts at Remington Park.

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As the stars align over Remington Park on Sept. 23, the Oklahoma Horse Racing Hall of Fame welcomes these five extraordinary inductees into its hallowed grounds. They captured the hearts of racing enthusiasts all over the world with their unwavering passion, unbreakable spirit, and extraordinary talent.

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