The Parader

The Parader was an American Thoroughbred racehorse best known for winning the 1901 Preakness Stakes and finishing second in the Belmont Stakes.

Background

The Parader was a bay horse bred by the Belle Meade Stud of Nashville, Tennessee. He was sired by Longstreet, the leading American racehorse of 1891 out of a mare named Pretence. He was owned by Richard [Thornton Wilson, Jr.|Richard T. Wilson, Jr.], President of the Saratoga [Race Course].

Racing career

In the Preakness, The Parader was given an indifferent ride, but produced a strong finish to win easily. The Parader also won the Withers Stakes and the Lawrence Realization Stakes. His racing career ended in 1902 due to severe laminitis. He was euthanized in August 1902 due to worsening lameness.