Zenyatta

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Diary Post #215

GIACOMO'S PAPERS! Photo by John Shirreffs

Good Morning,

Dottie and John thought this would be fun to share with you. Here are Giacomo’s Jockey Club papers. The reason these are REALLY SPECIAL is the 2nd line on the back of his papers have the following information recorded in his OFFICIAL RECORD:

Date Won: 5/7/05
Net Value to Winner: 1,639,600
Type of Race: STAKE
Distance: 1 1/4
Name of Stake or Handicap: “THE KENTUCKY DERBY” Grade 1
Name of Track: Churchill Downs
Racing Secretary or By: Doug Bredar
Now this is truly TOO CUTE! The Kentucky Derby…WOW!

On the front, you see several markings and notes added to his papers. In the comments and responses, many of you have asked what these things mean. Basically, they pertain to health requirements being noted when a horse travels to various states. Giacomo ran in California, Kentucky, Maryland and NY. The NYRA (New York Racing Association) put their tag / stamp at the top of the papers. California usually places theirs by the marking details. Different states have different procedures and requirements and in our sport all of these details must be met at all times. It is what is best for ALL!

Since it is that time of year, and Derby Fever is in the air, MY TEAM thought this would be FUN for you to see. Not many papers have this information recorded on them! YEAH, GIACOMO!

Have a special day!

With Love,
Hugs to All~
Z

Reader Interactions

244 Comments

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    I remember when he won. It was fantastic. I really must start looking at the field for this year. Any inside info to share. ;-)

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    Thank you for showing Giacomos papers!I had a $20 win ticket on him in the Derby and was the only person still standing and cheering in the entire clubhouse at the track when he crossed the wire. Went and visited him last summer, Very nice horse-I GOT TO PET A DERBY WINNER WWWEEEEHHHOOO- it was awesome. Quite sorry to hear about your pregnancy Zenny, I am sure that this happened for a reason and the next embryo is THE ONE.

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    Thanks for sharing these with us Zenyatta and Mrs. Ingordo-Shirreffs. Prior to these posts I had no idea these Jockey Papers existed! Now that I know I find them really interesting, since all your important information is recorded on them. Thanks for teaching us more about the game. And for reminding me to look more at this year’s Derby probables. Have a super day Zenyatta, and Team Z! XOXOXOXO

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    Thanks for sharing Giacomos papers with us.
    I heard through the grapevine that you and Bernie have a date next week. Yippee! 2nd time’s the charm…I just know it♥

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    Before we knew them as Team Z, they were Team G! Thanks for the info. I saw Lady Giacomo run last weekend (on TV), I think it was. I think she was third.

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    Good morning to Zenyatta and to all of her friends, family, and fans. Thanks, dearest Z/D, for the upbeat post. Now we can take a deep breath and move on.

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    my friend kept saying Giacomo I kept disbeieving Guess who had $50 to win on him My friend!Me I just got to congratulate her and go home with empty pockets So I will never forget this boy

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    Hi Zennie: Maybe your future baby will run in the Derby and you can be a proud Mom with a beautiful Derby Hat. We all love you Zenyatta. You are “Zensational”.

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    My Sweet Lady Zenyatta, Thanks, Dottie. I love hearing about the Jockey Papers. I think that is so fasicinating about Giacomo! I love racing histroy. I think it is so fascinating. Yesterday, I read about Gallant Man & Bill Shoemaker in I think 1956 or 65 Kentucky Derby. Shoemaker had a nightmare about standing up & misjudging the finsh line. It really did happen. Poor Gallant Man & Bill. Somebody help me with the date. Dottie, Can Zenyatta tell us what she thinks about The Kentucky Derby coming up? Thanks Dottie for the Post! Sending Hugs & Kisses From Alabama With Love, Amanda G.

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    Just heard the news about the baby. I am sorry for your loss and I hope you have better luck with the next foal.

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    Hi Lady Z, which horse are you backing for the Derby? I kinda partial to the little precocious colt that has a HUGE CRUSH on you named Uncle Mo. Any inside info or backside secrets you willing to share? :) ;)

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    Very cool! We love you Zenyatta! Hope the pregnancy is going well! I love following you on your diary entries!!!

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    Thanks Adorable Z and Dottie. Kentucky Derby win is fantastic on paper. So many horses, so much traffic, it is amazing to win. Do you want to see Bernadini soon? Thinking and missing you Z. love and a kiss on your soft nose

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    Morning Z. That is cool-Kentucky Derby winner. Your Mom and Dad have some very very nice horses but none as special as you. Hope you have a wonderful day! Always thinking of you! xxoo!

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    Dottie and Zenny – Thank you for sharing the jockey’s club papers on Giacomo!! He is a great horse just like you Zenny!!! Zenny you will always be the greatest in my book!!! Love you!! Hugs and kisses again from Roswell,NM!!!!

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    We have a Giacomo 3 yr gelding in our barn, he is a big goofball, and grey too!! He has just figured out how to stretch that 16hd frame across the track!

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    hi Z! thank you for sharing these interesting facts about the Jockey Club papers, yours and Giacomos, I now understand mine for my retired TB, Too Soon! She is going to be 19 next month and YOUR Birthday is Friday!!! I sent YOU some pears to enjoy with your friends on YOUR special day;-) love you xoxoxo

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    Here is Giacomo winning the Derby along with some familiar faces. :)
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    http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4DIj70vlH58
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    And link in retirement. He too seems like a sweet horse.
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    http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IitGgReMnb0&feature=fvwrel
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    And lastly, the first 14 races of Zenyatta’s. Love this video, especially when she passes other horses, it looks like she is looking at them and saying “oh hi”…..she just looks like she enjoyed running. Though race #6 on here, she looked a little sluggish or she wasnt under her legs..but we know the results. :) AND 12 was REALLY close…had to watch a couple of times.
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    http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Zi0YaVefoeE
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    I know we’ve posted these waaaaay back when, but felt we needed a pick me up after yesterday.
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    Love to all.

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    Giacomo was the horse I wanted to bet on! He paid good for the win! Love Giacomo!

    Hope you are feeling ok Zenny! Start primping for that date next week! xoxo

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