The 12th winner of the Triple Crown of Thoroughbred Horse Racing was American Pharoah. The 37 year drought was ended when Victor Espinoza grabbed the 3rd jewel of the Triple Crown at Belmont.
American Pharoah also became the first horse to win the “Grand Slam” when he won the Breeder’s Cup Classic later in 2015.
American Pharoah was foaled on February 2nd, 2012. He was sired by Pioneerof the Nile.