American Pharoah

By Shelley Fraser Mickle

Witness the rise of a legendary racehorse achieving the impossible Grand Slam in horse racing history.

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Follow the incredible journey of American Pharoah, the horse that captured hearts by winning the elusive Grand Slam of horse racing. From his promising beginnings under the watchful eyes of owner Ahmed Zayat, trainer Bob Baffert, and jockey Victor Espinoza, to his historic triumph as the twelfth Triple Crown winner, this tale of determination and glory will leave you breathless. Can one horse defy the odds and etch his name in history forever? Discover the story behind the legend that inspired a nation.

From the publisher

From the author of Barbaro comes the triumphant story of the 2015 Triple Crown and Breeders Cup winner, American Pharoah.

When American Pharoah won the American Triple Crown and the Breeders’ Cup Classic in 2015 he became the first horse to win the “Grand Slam” of American horse racing, by winning all four races. His story captured American’s imagination, and this inspired account will also feature the handlers who saw his promise: owner, Ahmed Zayat of Zayat Stables, trainer Bob Baffert, and jockey Victor Espinoza.

With American Pharoah, Shelley Mickle tells the story of this beloved horse’s life from birth to his historic achievement of becoming the twelfth Triple Crown winner.

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