An American thoroughbred horse jockey, Calvin Borel, has a net worth of $20 million.
St. Louis was the birthplace of Calvin Borel on November 7, 1966.
Louisiana’s Martin Parish.
Throughout his 25-year career, Borel has earned a reputation as “Calvin Bo-rail,” a nickname given by his fellow riders and racing enthusiasts due to his unwavering work ethic and ability to avoid obstacles.
He has achieved such victories in the U.S. by riding.
The Breeder’s Cup, Kentucky Derby (2007, 2009, 2010), and Preakness Stakes are all divisions of the Trip Crown/Breeders’ Cup.
Super Derby (1991), Arkansas Derby (1993), Count Fleet (1989, 1995), Falls City Handicap (1996, 1999, 2003, 2007, 2008), Apple Blossom Handicap (1997, 2001), Fleur de Lis Handicap (1997, 2001, 2009, 2010), Essex Handicap (1999), Clark Handicap (1999), Kentucky Cup Classic Handicap (1999), Bashford Manor Handicap (2000, 2008), Oaklawn Handicap (2000), Bourbon Stakes (2002) and many more.
At Churchill Downs on June 4, 2010, Borel became the second jockey to win 1,000 career races, following Hall of Famer Pat Day. On August 20, 2011, Calvin Borel was arrested for allegedly driving while intoxicated in Evansville, Indiana.
On March 7, 2013, Borel secured his 5000th victory at Oaklawn Park in Hot Springs, Arkansas, by riding Hezunusual in the 6th race.
His agent, Jerry Hissam, who had been unwell for more than 20 years, was credited with the victory by him.
Borel is the 26th jockey from North America to have surpassed 5000 wins.
Borel acted as himself in the 2014 feature film 50 to 1, which portrayed the story of Mine that Bird’s 2009 Kentucky Derby triumph.
Borel’s older sibling, Cecil, had a short-lived career as a thoroughbred jockey but was unable to sustain his weight and opted to train horses at Delta Downs in Vinton, Louisiana.