OWNER OF GAINESWAY FARM, GRAHAM BECK, DIES
Graham Beck, owner of Gainesway Farm, died Monday night. We at the Paulick Report send our condolences and regrets to Mr. Beck’s family and friends. Below is a statement from NTRA President/CEO Alex Waldrop and several articles memorializing the horseman, winemaker and mining tycoon. Read through them and then feel free to leave a tribute to Graham Beck’s life below.
A statement from NTRA President/CEO Alex Waldrop:
“The Thoroughbred industry lost an immensely accomplished and respected figure today in Graham Beck, and the world lost a renowned businessman and philanthropist whose reach extended around the globe. Our deepest condolences go out to his son Antony, and the entire Beck family.”
A statement from Keeneland President and CEO Nick Nicholson:
“Our industry mourns the loss of Graham Beck today. He was a great businessman, competitor and horseman. He lived life to the fullest and was a joy to be around. He loved Gainesway Farm and was an incredible steward of the land. More importantly, though, he was wonderful human being who fostered great devotion and admiration among those who were associated with him. His generosity touched many and will be a significant part of his legacy. Our thoughts go out to his wife Rhona, his son Antony and their family during this difficult time.”
Tags: alex waldrop, blood-horse, gainesway farm, Graham Beck, NTRA, Paulick Report
July 27th, 2010 at 4:11 pm
As Nick said above, Graham was a joy to be around. That isn’t an easy quality at the level he played.
Whether you were with him at the track, the golf course or in a business meeting, Graham was respectful, courteous to others and wickedly funny at the most disarming moments.
I wish more people in Lexington could have known him in the early years after he purchased Gainesway. Graham was a great guy.
My heart goes out to his family.