In a momentous ceremony bridging the Atlantic, Canadian racing icon Ron Turcotte has been formally enshrined in the British Horseracing Hall of Fame. The celebrated jockey, forever immortalised for his unparalleled partnership with the mighty Secretariat, now takes his place amongst the sport's most revered figures at the National Horse Racing Museum in Newmarket.
The induction recognises Turcotte's extraordinary contribution to the global racing landscape, most notably his masterful piloting of Secretariat to a historic Triple Crown victory in 1973—a feat that remains one of the most iconic achievements in sporting history. His connection to the UK is further cemented by his victories aboard the great Northern Dancer.
Despite a career-ending accident in 1978 that left him paralysed, Turcotte's spirit and legacy have endured. His induction was celebrated not just for his unparalleled skill in the saddle, but for his profound and lasting impact on the sport itself.
The Hall of Fame honour serves as a fitting tribute to a man whose name is synonymous with one of the greatest athletes, equine or human, the world has ever seen.
