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"The Great Match" race held on July 6, 1975, at Belmont Park between Ruffian and Foolish Pleasure. Significance: Ruffian was an undefeated filly, inducted into the Hall of Fame in 1976 and ranked as the greatest filly of the 20th century. # 2 The button features a real photograph of Secretariat, often regarded as one of the greatest racehorses in history. The design includes several historical details: Commemoration dates: The top of the pin displays "June 9, 1973 – June 9, 1990," marking the anniversary of his historic Belmont Stakes victory and his passing. Secretariat became the first Triple Crown winner in 25 years in 1973. His performance in the Belmont Stakes is particularly famous, as he won the race by a record-breaking 31 lengths, setting a world record on dirt for 1.5 miles that still stands today. Secretariat.com Secretariat.com