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William the Third
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| Foaled: |
1898 |
Died: |
1917 |
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St Simon |
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Wisdom |
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Horse |
| Colour: |
Bay |
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Breeder(s):
6th Duke of Portland
Trainer(s):
John Porter
Owner(s):
6th Duke of Portland
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Description:
Reaching the height of his powers as a four-year-old, William the Third was regarded by his trainer John Porter as one of the best long-distance horses seen on the turf. As a two-year-old the horse was weak and ran but once, being unplaced over the inadequate distance of five furlongs. He was successful in five contests the next season and finished runner-up in that year's Derby.
As a four-year-old William the Third was successful five more times, including in a very high class Ascot Gold Cup, winning by five lengths. He walked away after the contest with his head over the groom's shoulder, receiving sugar and a tickle on the nose.
The horse split a pastern the following season, just before a second run on the Ascot Gold Cup, and retired to stud. As a stallion he was not as successful as his connections hoped, but produced a 1000 Guineas winner in Winkipop, and a fine stayer under record weights in Willonyx. He died at the age of 17 years, from a cerebal haemorrhage, moments after covering a mare. |
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