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About Larry Adams (jockey)
- Larry Adams (born c.
- 1936) is a retired American jockey who was active from 1960 until 1983.
- He rode in the Kentucky Derby five times, achieving third place riding High Echelon on May 2, 1970.
- His greatest successes came in 1965-1966 when he was the favored mount for a horse named Moccasin.
- From August 6 until November 6, 1965, Moccasin, trained by Harry Trotsek, had a streak of eight wins in a row while ridden by Adams.
- In 1974, at the age of 38, Adams was denied a jockey's license by the New York State Racing and Wagering Board.
- His license request was rejected due to his failure to mention on his license application that he had two prior arrests.
- He was reinstated as a licensed jockey after a lengthy suspension.
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