Trainer Ken McPeek, who campaigned GI Kentucky Derby winner Mystik Dan (Goldencents) and GI Kentucky Oaks winner Thorpedo Anna (Fast Anna), will be awarded the 2024 Big Sport of Turfdom award, the Turf Publicists of America announced Monday. The award, which recognizes a person who enhances coverage of Thoroughbred racing through cooperation with media, will be presented at the University of Arizona Race Track Program's annual awards luncheon held Dec. 10.
“Ken and his team have had an outstanding year with multiple triumphs on not only our sport's biggest stage in the Kentucky Derby but also in additional Grade I victories across the country with Thorpedo Anna's phenomenal campaign,” said TPA President Najja Thompson. “He is most deserving of this award chosen by our membership for always being welcoming and open to the media and a great ambassador for our industry and sport.”
McPeek, who previously won this award in 2002, added: “I am honored and humbled to be given this award. I have loved horse racing ever since I was a young boy. I am proud to continue to promote our great sport.”
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