I'll remember Jose most for a couple of memorable rides on the awesome Manila. He won the 1986 Turf Classic at Belmont, and then won the BC Turf at Santa Anita, defeating the 1/2 favorite Dancing Brave. In both races, Santos got him up in the final strides to win photos. I still remember Durkin's call in the BC Turf. "A masterful ride by a master..."
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