![]() He made his fortune as the publisher of the popular "Chicken Soup for the Soul" series. Sound decision-making - like the one to keep Lord Miles - is in Vegso's DNA. Secretariat's continuing inspiration: How Big Red changed Ron Turcotte's life and helped decorated jockey inspire others 'For the soul' "It's created a feeling of anxiety," Vegso told The Courier Journal. Holding on to Lord Miles has paid off handsomely for Vegso, who will have a horse in the Kentucky Derby for the first time in 30 years as an owner. And Lord Miles' name is derived from the surname of the aunt's husband. Her name came from one of Anne's aunts in England, who was a fan of horses and racing. Vegso's wife, co-owner Anne Vegso, named both Lord Miles and his dam, Lady Esme. ![]() One reason they kept Lord Miles is his pedigree: He's the son of Curlin, who captured the Preakness Stakes and Breeders' Cup Classic in 2007 and was a two-time American Horse of the Year winner (20). Owner Peter Vegso recalled Lord Miles was a "little bit on the chunky side." When Lord Miles was a yearling, Vegso Racing Stable considered selling him. ![]()
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