Steve cauthen biography
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Steve cauthen biography
Steve Cauthen
Former American jockey Date of Birth: 01.05.1960 Country: USA |
Content:
- Steve Cauthen
- Rapid Rise to Success:
- Triple Crown Victory and Weight Gain:
- Success in England:
- Return to Kentucky and Hall of Fame:
- Personal Life:
Steve Cauthen
Early Life and Career:Stephen Cauthen was born on May 2, 1960, in Walton, Kentucky, to a blacksmith and horse trainer.
Growing up surrounded by horses, Cauthen quickly developed a passion for racing. He made his racing debut on May 12, 1976, finishing last in his first race. However, he rebounded later that week with his first victory.
Rapid Rise to Success:
Cauthen's success in the saddle was meteoric.
By 1977, he had become the leading winner, and in his second year of racing, he set another record by becoming the first jockey to earn over $6 million in a single season, earning him the nickname "The Six Million Dollar Man." He won prestigious awards, including Sportsman of the Year from Sports Illustrated, Spo