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Aris David, a legendary trainer in Indian racing history

The death of Aris David on Sunday (April 8) brings to an end a glorious inning that was marked by incredible feats. The unassuming David was the first trainer in the country to record a century of classics. The remarkable results that he obtained from his horses despite racing them practically in every center in a matter of days are something no present trainer would dare to attempt.  In a career spanning about four decades, he won about 150 classics. Despite his glorious achievements he kept a low profile and carried his fame in a dignified way. He literally lived in the stables in a manner of speaking. .Turf baron Dr MA M Ramaswamy rated Aris David as the very best.  He should know because their association was legendary. Here is what Dr Ramaswamy had said about his association in an interview with Turfite magazine. The partnership had by then notched up close to 100 classics and 1000 winners. `` I treat Aris like a brother and friend and not like a professional hence there is a per