Journalists Wandering Eyes Posted May 24, 2019 Journalists Share Posted May 24, 2019 The American bloodstock business is today mourning the loss overnight of James ‘J.J.’ Crupi, one of its most accomplished and colorful figures. He was 79. Though Crupi had suffered problems with his health for some time, he remained treasured for his indomitable and ebullient character, as well as his exceptional horsemanship. In his first career, that had qualified him for multiple training titles at Monmouth Park, and since opening Crupi’s New Castle training center outside Ocala in 1995 he had educated a series of Grade I winners, including Kentucky Derby winner Always Dreaming (Bodemeister). Crupi was able to continue in his work to the end, having attended the Fasig-Tipton Mid-Atlantic 2-Year-Old Sale this week before being admitted to hospital. Tom Ventura, OBS president, said: “J.J. was one of a kind and they certainly broke the mould when he was born. He always made things entertaining, and treated everybody the same—whether it was the grooms in his consignment or the wealthiest of people he dealt with.” This story will continue to be updated throughout the day. The post J.J. Crupi Dies appeared first on TDN | Thoroughbred Daily News | Horse Racing News, Results and Video | Thoroughbred Breeding and Auctions. View the full article Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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