Hoop Jr. (March 15, 1942 – November 19, 1964) was an American Thoroughbred racehorse best known for winning the 1945 Kentucky Derby. Hoop Jr. was a bay horse sired by the French-bred stallion Sir Gallahad, a full brother to Bull Dog, who sired Bull Lea.

2024年4月18日 · Hoop Jr. made an impressive start to his racing career, winning big races like the Flamingo Stakes and the Florida Derby during his early days on the track. These victories highlighted his exceptional skills and set the stage for his historic win at the Kentucky Derby.

1995年4月30日 · Hoop Jr., crowded into the rail, rapped himself and finished second to Polynesian, suffering a career-ending tendon injury. He had raced only nine times, the shortest career of any Derby winner...

2022年3月15日 · Fred W. Hooper paid $10,200 for Hoop Jr., his first thoroughbred horse. In many ways, it was the most expensive horse he'd ever have.

2021年10月16日 · Hoop, Jr., was the third of champion jockey Eddie Arcaro's record five Kentucky Derby winners. The others were Lawrin (1938), Whirlaway (1941), Citation (1948) and Hill Gail (1952). Hoop, Jr., was named in honor of owner Fred Hooper's youngest son.

Hoop Jr. stands out as a remarkable racehorse in American history. Winning the Kentucky Derby in 1945 marked a special milestone in his career. This great achievement not only made him famous but also left a lasting legacy in the sport.

2018年1月25日 · For second choice, at $3.70 to $1, it took F.W. Hooper's Hoop, Jr., which had distinguished himself by winning a division of the Wood Memorial and by a sensational workout at Churchill Downs on...

Hoop, Jr. has raced and won at Churchill Downs, Pimlico Race Course. His has a stakes win at the 1945 Kentucky Derby. Hoop, Jr. horse page with past performances, speed figures, results, pedigree, photos and videos. Hoop, Jr. horse rating and status. See who is a fan of Hoop, Jr..

Hoop Jr. was a bay thoroughbred racehorse best remembered for winning the 1945 Kentucky Derby. Bred by Robert A. Fairbairn at his Fairholme Stud in Kentucky he was sold in 1943 at the Keeneland Kentucky annual sale of yearlings to Fred W. …

2015年4月24日 · The C-J is recapping Derby winners in reverse order heading into the 141st Kentucky Derby on May 2. Today: The 71st winner, Hoop Jr. (1945).