Surprise Winner of 1992 Kentucky Derby Lil E. Tee Euthanized

Posted on Monday, March 23rd, 2009

SBG Global RacebookSurprise winner of the 1992 Kentucky Derby Lil E. Tee, who fell ill last month following an operation to repair an obstructed bowel, was euthanized last Wednesday at Old Frankfort Stud.

The chestnut colt’s career nearly ended before it began after Lil E. Tee underwent lifesaving stomach surgery as a yearling, dimming his racing prospects.

However, Lil E. Tee recovered and went on to win the Jim Beam Stakes and finished second in the Arkansas Derby to earn a spot in the Kentucky Derby field.

At odds of 17-1, Lil E. Tee shocked the racing world by defeating heavy favorite Arazi to win the Kentucky Derby.

Lil E. Tee’s bid for a Triple Crown ended with a fifth-place finish in the Preakness. He skipped the Belmont Stakes due to a lung infection and a leg injury later ended his season.

As a 4-year-old, Lil E. Tee won the Razorback Handicap before retiring with 7 wins in 13 starts.

Lil E. Tee spent his stud career at Old Frankfort Stud, where his progeny included Oak Tree Derby winner Mula Gula. Lil E. Tee remained active throughout his career, producing a live foal last month.

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