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Baby Jorge
Jorge Chavez was born November 25,1961 in Peru -
First Race
Jorge won his first race on a horse named Marst. -
National Jockey
In 1986 and 1987, he became the National champion jockey at Hippodromo de Monterrico. -
2000th win
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Hunored in Peru
Honored in Peru at Hippodromo de Monterrico for his legacy in 1997. -
Equaling Tack Record
Equaled the Gulfstream Park 6-furlong track record when he won the Breeders' Cup Sprint in 1:07 4/5 on Nov. 6, 1999. -
Won the 127th Kentucky Derby
Jorge achieved another major victory on May 5, 2001 when he won the 127th Kentucky Derby aboard Monarchos -
4000th win
Jorge Chavez’ most recent milestone was achieved on January 21, 2005 when he earned his 4000th victory-- a milestone only 43 others have achieved-- aboard Rizzi Reuben during the fourth race at Gulfstream Park.