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| was | Equestrian Jockey | |
| Work field | Sports | |
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| Birth | 16 March 1903 | |
| Death | 11 February 1969 (aged 65 years) |
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Alfred John "Whitey" Abel (March 16, 1903-February 11, 1969) was an American Thoroughbred jockey, trainer and owner. He is best known as a jockey for his victory aboard Bostonian in the 1927 Preakness Stakes, and later as trainer/owner of Honey Cloud.
Career
Abel won the 1927 Preakness Stakes as a jockey on Bostonian. He had 100 mounts in 1930 and won 36 races. After becoming a trainer, Abel also owned racehorses.