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References
- ↑ Bloodhorse.com - Eclipse Award winners
- ↑ Toledo (Ohio) Blade - June 10, 1979
- ↑ National Museum of Racing and Hall of Fame
- ↑ Paulick Report August 14, 2017 article titled "David Whiteley, Trainer Of Belmont Winner Coastal, Dies At 73"
- ↑ Sports Illustrated - June 18, 1979
- ↑ Kornegay Funeral Home, Camden, South Carolina