Description: Santa Anita Park JOCKEY LAMP Bob & Beverly Lewis Racing Silks Silver Charm Serenas Song MIP ๐ก๐ข๐ก๐ข๐ก Presenting an absolutely terrific item for the true thoroughbred racing enthusiast and historian โ Santa Anita Park Jockey Lamp. Make no mistake, this is no ordinary lamp. It was created in the ICONIC Racing Silks of one of the greatest ambassadors the sport and industry will EVER know โ Bob & Beverly Lewis, also one of the highest achieving couples in ALL of sports. It goes without saying, they were (and still are) tremendous role models for those aspiring to realize a higher purpose in life, demonstrating at the end of the day that GIVING is so much more important than receiving. The true lasting legacy of Bob and Beverly Lewis. What an honor and privilege to have known them and their son Jeff albeit briefly. Mr. and Mrs. Lewis made their home here in Orange County โ beautiful Newport Beach, California otherwise known locally as Heaven on Earth. ๐โต๏ธ๐๐ปโโ๏ธ๐ For those who are not familiar with Mr. Lewis here is some background via Wikipedia โ Robert B. "Bob" Lewis (May 12, 1924 โ February 17, 2006) was an American businessman who owned a number of champion Thoroughbred racehorses during the 1990s and 2000s. Bob Lewis was born in Minneapolis and grew up in Glendale, California. He served in the United States Army during World War II before studying at the University of Oregon. At Oregon, Lewis was a member of Delta Tau Delta fraternity. After graduating, he worked in Los Angeles as a beer salesman. In 1956, he started his own company, the Foothill Beverage Company, which became one of the biggest Anheuser-Busch distributors in the country. Active philanthropists, the Lewises have a number of charitable works including a $5 million donation to the Pomona Valley Hospital to help establish the Robert and Beverly Lewis Family Cancer Care Center. In 1990, Lewis and his wife, Beverly J. Lewis, bought their first Thoroughbreds. They became dedicated owners, spending millions at yearling sales and hiring first class trainers such as Bob Baffert and D. Wayne Lukas. The couple's first major success came when Timber Country won 1994 Breeders' Cup Juvenile then in 1995, the Preakness Stakes. At the same time, their filly, Serena's Song, was voted the U.S. Champion 3-Year-Old Filly for 1995. After retiring, in 2002 Serena's Song was inducted in the National Museum of Racing and Hall of Fame. That year they were voted the Big Sport of Turfdom Award.Other well known horses owned by the Lewises include Silver Charm, winner of the 1997 Kentucky Derby and Preakness Stakes, and the 1998 Dubai World Cup, the richest horse race in the world [at the time]. In 1999, their colt Charismatic also won the Derby and Preakness and was voted Horse of the Year. The Lewises had six Eclipse Award winning horses. After Silver Charm won the Kentucky Derby and Preakness Stakes in 1997, the couple were voted the Eclipse Award of Merit, the American Thoroughbred horse racing industry's highest honor. Charismatic repeated his stablemate's success in 1999 but broke a leg in the Belmont Stakes. Commendable won the Belmont Stakes in 2000 wearing Lewis' colors. Orientate won the Breeders' Cup Sprint in 2002 while Folklore won the Breeders' Cup Juvenile Fillies championship. Bob Lewis [passed] on February 17, 2006. In 2007, Santa Anita Park in Arcadia, California, renamed the Santa Catalina Stakes in his honor. On October 20, 2017, his wife Beverly [passed] at the age of 90 after a lengthy illness.โ ๐ด Such a delightful item that continually reminds us all of Bob & Beverly Lewis and their generous contributions not only to the sport of thoroughbred racing but humanity. โจ Miniature desk lamp perfect for the childrenโs room, to start them early. ๐ด๐๐ป๐๐ป๐ Great gift idea ๐ for home or office anytime of the year, especially Birthdays ๐ฅณ๐ and Christmas ๐ ๐ผ. A bit too large as a stocking stuffer so best to put it under the tree ๐. Measures almost 10โ tall when assembled. From smoke-free pet-free environment. Mint in Original Packaging MIP. Up to 25 watts maximum, bulb not included. Very nice detail on scale and saddle with the rider weighing out after a race. Designed in Bob and Beverlyโs ICONIC Green and Yellow ๐ก๐ข๐ก as an homage to their alma mater The University of Oregon. Go Ducks! ๐ฆ A beautiful vintage piece practically new and with many years of enjoyment ahead when properly cared for. Needless to say, highly collectible for those who truly appreciate the Sport of Kings. ๐๐ป๐ For your enjoyment, a flash from the past โ SILVER CHARMโs infamous run for the Triple Crown something no horse had accomplished in 19 years since Affirmed in 1978. Letโs revisit one of the most exciting series in thoroughbred racing history as well as his 1998 Dubai World Cup victory : ABC Wide World of Sports telecast of the 1997 Kentucky Derbyhttps://m.youtube.com/watch?v=Ch61C_V8FOk 1997 Preakness Stakeshttps://m.youtube.com/watch?v=LaplWdshXHk 1997 Belmont Stakeshttps://m.youtube.com/watch?v=jRZNa1-Xn6E 1998 Dubai World Cuphttps://m.youtube.com/watch?v=abg6pgR5Y4s With BREEDERS CUP only days away, letโs revisit Bob and Beverly Lewisโs SERENAโS SONG in the 1994 BC Juvenile Fillies at Churchill Downs and her thrilling battle with stablemate Flanders owned by William T. Youngโs Overbrook Farm and trained by Hall of Famer D. Wayne Lukas. In the words of legendary race caller Tom Durkin, SPELLBINDING! โ https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=MsdG_B1EliA Be sure to consider other items currently available (such as the 1996 Serenaโs Song Santa Monica photo hand signed by Gary Stevens and D. Wayne Lukas). Many more related listings in the coming days so stay tunedโฆ >>> FAST SHIPPING ๐ <<< As always, shipping will be adjusted for multiple purchases - combining items for all in one ship when possible. INTERNATIONAL bidders welcome. When applicable, eBay Standard International Shipping will be utilized for quicker delivery at improved cost and an adjustment will be made. Bid with Absolute Confidence.Thank You for Visiting!๐ด๐บ๐ธ
Price: 23.7 USD
Location: Garden Grove, California
End Time: 2024-11-17T01:43:29.000Z
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Jockey: Gary Stevens / Corey Nakatani
Brand: SANTA ANITA PARK
Sport: Horse Racing
Officially Licensed: Yes
Player: Bob & Beverly Lewis / Bob Baffert D. Wayne Lukas / Gary Stevens
Size: One Size ~ 10 inches tall after assembly
Collectible Vintage: Perfect Gift ๐ for Thoroughbred Racing Enthusiast / Historian
Color: Bob & Beverly Lewis GREEN + GOLD homage to University of Oregon
Event: Santa Anita Park SA Derby Silver Charm Serena's Song Breeders Cup
Product: SUPER COOL Jockey Lamp ๐๐ป๐ดโจ๐๐ป๐
Country/Region of Manufacture: China
Event/Tournament: Breeders Cup Churchill Downs BC Juv Fillies Santa Anita Del Ma