stud. Melton died on 26 November 1910 at the very advanced age (for a Thoroughbred) of twenty-eight. He sired many winners in both England and Italy, but the best of his progeny was the outstanding American performer Sysonby. Pedigree References 1882 racehorse births 1910 racehorse deaths Racehorses trained in the United Kingdom Racehorses bred in the United Kingdom Epsom Derby winners Thoroughbred family 8-g St Leger winners