Huratio A. Luro

Hall of Fame Horse Trainer

Born: 1901, Argentina Died: 1991, Cartersville, GA Buried: Oak Hill Cemetery, Cartersville Born in Argentina, Luro came to America in 1937. Known for his suave, grace, and flamboyant style, Luro charmed and swept the elite horse racing circuits internationally known as "The Grand Senor." In 1962, he sent out "Decidedly" to a record breaking Kentucky Derby victory. In 1964 that record was broken by his best known horse "Northern Dancer," who went on to win the Preakness and come within six lengths of sweeping the Triple Crown. Training locally was done at Old Mill Farm in Cartersville.

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