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References
- ↑ Thoroughbred Heritage: Hyperion Retrieved 2009-10-19
- ↑ Ahnert, Rainer L. (editor in chief), Thoroughbred Breeding of the World, Pozdun Publishing, Germany, 1970
- ↑ ASB: Sun Chariot Retrieved 2010-3-4
- The Complete Encyclopedia of Horse Racing - written by Bill Mooney and George Ennor
