Genuine Risk was the oldest living Kentucky Derby winner at the time of her death on Aug. 18, 2008.

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Genuine Risk was the first horse bred by Sally Humphrey, far right.

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The barn where the champion was foaled.

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Bert and Diana Firestone purchased Genuine Risk at auction. The filly raced in Diana's name.

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Hall of Fame Trainer LeRoy Jolley guided Genuine Risk's career.

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Her first start ended in the Winner's Circle. Jockey Jacinto Vasquez joined the team.

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Victory in the Tempted Stakes

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the Demoiselle helped lead to a 4 for 4 record at 2.

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Genuine Risk first tasted defeat with a third place finish in the Wood Memorial against the boys. But her performance was good enough to propel her into the Derby.

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In the Derby, she showed the boys her heels.

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And, became only the 2nd filly to wear the roses.

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In the Preakness, Genuine Risk had to settle for 2nd after being knocked wide on the turn by Codex.

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A 2nd in the mud at the Belmont, resulted in the best overall finish in the Triple Crown races for a filly.

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Genuine Risk finished her 3-year old season with a nose victory over Misty Gallore in the Ruffian.

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She was named Champion 3-year old Filly.

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Genuine Risk started her 4-year old season with an impressive 9 1/2 length allowance romp. Unfortunately, her career was cut short with an injury.

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In contrast to her racing career, Genuine Risk's broodmare career was filled with disappointment. Finally in 1993, a colt named Genuine Reward was born.

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And, another colt arrived in 1996, Count Our Blessing.

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Genuine Risk passed away in her paddock on Aug. 18 at the age of 31.

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