Ron Turcotte
- January 10, 2024
- Horse Jockey
Quick Facts
| Full Name | Ron Turcotte |
| Occupation | Horse Jockey |
| Date Of Birth | Jul 22, 1941(1941-07-22) |
| Age | 83 |
| Birthplace | Drummondville |
| Country | Canada |
| Birth City | Quebec |
| Horoscope | Cancer |
Ron Turcotte Biography
| Name | Ron Turcotte |
| Birthday | Jul 22 |
| Birth Year | 1941 |
| Place Of Birth | Drummondville |
| Home Town | Quebec |
| Birth Country | Canada |
| Birth Sign | Cancer |
| Siblings | Gaetan Turcotte |
| Spouse | Gaëtane Turcotte |
Ron Turcotte is one of the most popular and richest Horse Jockey who was born on July 22, 1941 in Drummondville, Quebec, Canada. Canadian horse jockey and American racing legend who won 1973 Triple Crown.
The prestigious Triple Crown was won by him and He and Red Pollard both won the prestigious Triple Crown..
He was raised in New Brunswick, Canada.
Ron Turcotte Net Worth
| Net Worth | $5 Million |
| Source Of Income | Horse Jockey |
| House | Living in own house. |
Ron Turcotte is one of the richest Horse Jockey from Canada. According to our analysis, Wikipedia, Forbes & Business Insider, Ron Turcotte 's net worth $5 Million. (Last Update: December 11, 2023)
In 1959, he began his career as a hot-walker.
He is most well-known for his riding of Secretariat.
Height, Weight & Body Measurements
| Height | 5 ft 1 in |
Ron Turcotte height 5 ft 1 in Ron weight Not Known & body measurements will update soon.
Who is Ron Turcotte Dating?
According to our records, Ron Turcotte married to Gaëtane Turcotte. As of December 1, 2023, Ron Turcotte’s is not dating anyone.
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Facts & Trivia
Ron Ranked on the list of most popular Horse Jockey. Also ranked in the elit list of famous people born in Canada. Ron Turcotte celebrates birthday on July 22 of every year.
Did Ron Turcotte burst a horse's heart?
Wallace hit on the idea of making the heartbeat part of the sound design of ‘Secretariat’ when he discovered that the horse’s real-life jockey, Ron Turcotte, had ridden a horse whose heart had burst during a race , killing the animal and seriously injuring Turcotte.
Where is Ron Turcotte now?
Turcotte now lives in his home town of Grand Falls, New Brunswick, Canada , with his wife Gaëtane and their four daughters.
What did Ronnie Turcotte say about Secretariat?
Turcotte said he briefly used his whip in the Derby only to prompt Secretariat to change leads for the stretch run. “He did, and I just put my whip away and galloped to the wire,” he recalled. Fans watched the Belmont with some anxiety as Secretariat’s early duel with Sham produced sizzling fractions.
How did Ron Turcotte break his spine?
It has been that way since July 13, 1978, when a thoroughbred Turcotte was riding at New York`s Belmont Park clipped the heels of another and fell. The 112-pound rider was catapulted to the track, landing on his neck. Two vertebrae in his back were broken, two others crushed.
Why was Secretariat's heart so large?
Secretariat’s hindquarters were the main source of his power, with a sloped croup that extended the length of his femur. When in full stride, his hind legs were able to reach far under himself, increasing his drive. His ample girth, long back and well-made neck all contributed to his heart-lung efficiency.”