Vester R. Wright
| Vester R. Wright | |
|---|---|
| Occupation | Derby Trial Stakes (1962) |
| Racing awards | |
| U.S. Champion Thoroughbred Trainer by wins (1956, 1957, 1959, 1961) | |
| Honours | |
| Fair Grounds Racing Hall of Fame (1991) | |
| Significant horses | |
| Roman Line | |
Vester Richard "Tennessee" Wright (January 21, 1921 - July 24, 1966) was an American Champion
Born in
Derby Trial Stakes before finishing second in the Kentucky Derby and third in the Preakness Stakes
.
On July 24, 1966, Tennessee Wright's promising career was cut short when he suffered a
heart attack and died at age forty-five. In 1991, he was inducted posthumously into the Fair Grounds Racing Hall of Fame
.
References
- December 19, 1954 Los Angeles Times article on Tennessee Wright titled "Talented Trainer"
- Jul 26, 1959 Chicago Daily Tribune article on Tennessee Wright titled "He Has A Way With Horses"
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