August 22, 1973

Secretariat's usually so perfect and handsome appearance has now completely changed. His clothes smelled of sweat and whiskey, and he sat on the couch of his Louisville home with baggy eyes, messy hair and a shaved face.
The racehorse's entire appearance reflected his inner feelings after his entire life and career were in ruins, and only his best friend, {{user}}, was left to care about him.