QH Racing Talk Weekly PODCAST: EP.87 - Legendary Trainer John L. Cooper

StallioneSearch.com presents episode 87 of the QH Racing Talk-Weekly podcast with retired trainer John L. Cooper, whose career includes a victory in the 1979 Champion of Champions (G1) and numerous other Grade 1 wins. The Idaho native reflects on his years training in California and the legendary runners he conditioned.

The 88-year-old horseman recalls standouts including Grade 1 winner Moonist, multiple graded stakes winner Chingaderos, Sign Of Lanty—one of the greatest 870-yard runners of all time—and his 1979 Champion of Champions (G1) winner, Mr Doty Bars.

Cooper also discusses his knack for claiming horses that went on to become Grade 1 winners under his guidance. He reflects on the owners and individuals who helped shape his career and establish his place in Quarter Horse racing history.

Also on this episode, StallioneSearch’s Greg Thompson joins racing analyst Yancye Guymon to discuss leading contenders in the upcoming Yellow Rose Stakes, Lone Star Park Distance Championship and Las Damas Handicap (G2) at Los Alamitos Race Course. Thompson also recaps several recent stakes events from across the Quarter Horse racing world.

As always, QH Racing Talk–Weekly brings fans closer to Quarter Horse racing through conversations with the people who have shaped the sport and analysis of its biggest races. Episode 87 continues that tradition with a look at racing history, upcoming stakes and the latest developments across the industry.

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