The New York Racing Association announced Aug. 24 that the remains of Hall of Fame filly Ruffian have been transported from Belmont Park to the grounds of Claiborne Farm in Paris, Ky., where the 1970s

Ruffian after winning the 1974 Sorority Stakes at Monmouth Park

Jim Raftery

Ruffian's Remains Relocated to Claiborne Farm

Edited Press Release

• NYRA

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• Release Date: August 24, 2023

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The New York Racing Association announced Aug. 24 that the remains of Hall of Fame filly Ruffian have been transported from Belmont Park to the grounds of Claiborne Farm in Paris, Ky., where the 1970s-era champion was foaled and raised.

Ruffian was buried Thursday at Claiborne's Marchmont Cemetery, the final resting place of numerous legends of the sport. The move to Claiborne will dramatically expand public access to her gravesite, in contrast to Belmont Park, where Ruffian's site was clearly visible from the grandstand but inaccessible to fans.