Born: 1953-07-29 Mobridge South Dakota United States Currently Residing: Mobridge South Dakota USA - Notes: William I. Mott is widely known for his work with Cigar. In 1995 and 1996, Mott earned two Eclipse award for being the outstandin g trainer in 1995 and 1996. Mott started with his racing career at the age of 15. And won many important racing events. Some of his important career wins include Blue Grass Stakes (1984),App le Blossom Handicap (1985, 1985, 1998),Joe Hirsch Turf Classic Inv. Handicap (1987, 2005), Man o\' War Stakes (1987) and many more. The ABC Sports regarded Mott as the as the best trainer for racing on turf in the United States.