Jean Cruguet

Horse Jockey

Birthday March 8, 1939

Birth Sign Pisces

Birthplace France

Age 85 years old

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About

French horse racing legend who won the American Triple Crown in 1977, as well as the Kentucky Derby.

Before Fame

He grew up in an orphanage in France.

Trivia

He had 2407 victories during his career including the Triple Crown in 1977.

Family Life

His wife, Denyse, died in 2003.

Associated With

He and Víctor Espinoza are two of only a few jockeys to win the Triple Crown.