Bob Baffert, Jerry Bailey - January 28th

Bob Baffert won his first race as a Thoroughbred trainer, saddling Flipper Star to win the second race at Rillito Park in Tucson, Ariz. The winner's share of the $600 purse was $330. ~1979
 
The Thoroughbred Owners and Breeders Association and the National Horsemen's Benevolent and Protective Association announced the creation of the "Claiming Crown," a six-race event to be held at Canterbury Park. ~1999
 
Hall of Fame jockey Jerry Bailey rode the final race of his career at Gulfstream Park, finishing second aboard Silver Tree in the Sunshine Millions Turf. Bailey retired with 5,892 victories in the saddle and his mounts earned more than $295 million. ~2006

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