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Today in History: June 9, Secretariat Wins Triple Crown in Record Time

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On June 9, 1973, Secretariat made history by winning the Belmont Stakes by an astonishing 31 lengths, clinching the Triple Crown in record time. - Secretariat's time of 2:24 set a still-standing world record for 1.5 miles on dirt.

- He became the first horse in 25 years to win the Triple Crown. - The victory capped an undefeated season and cemented his legacy as one of the greatest racehorses ever.

This achievement remains a landmark in American sports history, celebrated for its sheer dominance and enduring record.

This story was originally reported by santamariatimes. Read the original article here.

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