Dust Commander, the 1970 Kentucky Derby champion, remains the only Illinois-bred to win a Triple Crown race
- Posted on April 29, 2026
- By Chicago Tribune
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Dust Commander, the 1970 Kentucky Derby champion, remains the only Illinois-bred to win a Triple Crown race
Dust Commander’s compelling 5-length victory as a 15-1 long shot came at a time when Illinois-breds were considered second-class citizens of American racing.