Factor Success Quotes by Bill Shoemaker

I have always believed that anybody with a little guts and the desire to apply himself can make it, can make anything he wants…

— Bill Shoemaker

The horse never knows I'm there until he needs me.

— Bill Shoemaker

There are one hundred and ninety nine ways to get beat, but only one way to win; get there first.

— Bill Shoemaker

Desire is the most important factor in the success of any athlete.

— Bill Shoemaker

If Jack Nicklaus can win the Masters at 46, I can win the Kentucky Derby at 54.

— Bill Shoemaker

When you're riding, only the race in which you're riding is important.

— Bill Shoemaker