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Champagne toast by owner Cyril Watkins (left) and Mr. Jack Kempton
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Champagne toast by owner Cyril Watkins (left) and Mr. Jack Kempton
Champagne toast by owner Cyril Watkins (left) and Mr. Jack Kempton, owners of Foinavon winner of the 1967 Grand National. 9th April 1967
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Media ID 21656354
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Bottle Champagne Drink Horseracing Racehorse Stables
EDITORS COMMENTS
In this print from Memory Lane Prints, we are transported back to the 9th of April, 1967, a momentous day in horseracing history. The image captures the jubilant atmosphere as owner Cyril Watkins and Mr. Jack Kempton raise their champagne glasses in a toast to celebrate their remarkable victory at the Grand National. The focal point of the photograph is undoubtedly Foinavon, an extraordinary racehorse who defied all odds to claim victory that day. With his sleek coat glistening under the sunlight, Foinavon stands proudly beside his beaming owners, embodying strength and grace. As Cyril Watkins and Mr. Jack Kempton clink their glasses together with infectious joy on their faces, it is evident that this triumph was not only a testament to their dedication but also a shared moment of pure elation. The bottle of champagne serves as a symbolic representation of success and celebration. Surrounded by stables and fellow racing enthusiasts in the background, this snapshot encapsulates the camaraderie within the sport during those vibrant 1960s years. It reminds us of how horse racing has always been more than just a competition; it is an exhilarating blend of passion, perseverance, and teamwork. This print immortalizes not only one victorious race but also embodies the spirit of horseracing itself - an amalgamation of determination and sheer enjoyment that continues to captivate audiences worldwide even today.
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