Francisco Maschio facts for kids

Francisco Maschio was a famous horse trainer from Argentina, born in the 1890s. People often called him Brujo de Olleros, which means "Wizard of Olleros." He was known for his amazing skill with horses, especially thoroughbreds, which are a special breed of racing horses.

Early Career in Uruguay

Francisco Maschio started his journey in the world of horse racing at the Hipodromo de Maronas in Montevideo, Uruguay. This is where he began training horses and learning all about what makes a champion racer. He quickly gained a reputation for his talent.

Moving to Buenos Aires

Later, Maschio moved to Buenos Aires, Argentina. He was invited by the very famous tango singer, Carlos Gardel. Gardel was a big fan of horse racing and wanted Maschio to train his horses. This was a huge opportunity for Maschio!

The Stud Yeruá Stables

In Buenos Aires, Francisco Maschio set up his own horse training center, called Stud Yeruá. His stables were located on Olleros Street in Palermo, Buenos Aires. This area was very close to what is now the Olleros (Buenos Aires Metro Station). It was a busy and important place for horse racing.

Training Legendary Horses

Maschio became the trainer for many of Carlos Gardel's horses. One of the most famous horses he trained was a legendary racer named Lunático. Under Maschio's guidance, Lunático became a very successful racehorse.

Winning at Hipodromo de Palermo

Francisco Maschio was incredibly successful at the Hipodromo de Palermo, a major racetrack in Buenos Aires. He won many "statistics" there, which means his horses won a lot of races and he was one of the top trainers. His hard work and skill made him a true legend in Argentine horse racing.