Happy Monday!
Alys sent us a few new photos of Zenyatta and her Tapit colt out on a sunny day.
13Z has become quite the big boy! He had a visit with the blacksmith last week—watch the video below to see how well behaved he was.
Alys also caught Coz and Cooper Sawyer playing with a jolly ball.
In case you missed last week’s updates, we have recently added new content to the Photos and Videos sections. Head on over to see the new 13Z gallery and an especially unique video of Z.
Enjoy!
-Team Z
judy berube from Rhode Island
Dear Mama Z, COZ, Prince 2 and Baby Z:
Sweet Dreams. Love You. Hugs, JB
sheena.davies(wales)
Dear Judy Goodnight God bless you ,Lola Mae,Charlie and the Sweeties Heard today Mei Xiang gave birth to a stillborn twin cub yesterday. She washed it for about 17 mins then it fell to the floor and they were able to retrieve it. The little cub was malformed but cub no 1 is getting on well, very strong and healthy . Very quiet at Edinburgh. The boys at Atlanta are thriving. Sleep well Love and hugs SheenaX
judy berube from Rhode Island
Dear Sheena:
Oh, that’s so sad. Glad one of the cubs survived. Still no word from Edinburgh!
It’s great that the Atlanta Twins are doing so well. Love and Hugs, JB, LM, PC and all the Sweeties.
Sally Blank (cherish Z for my lifetime)
Sheena, this was so sad to hear. I am glad at least the other is doing well.
God bless, Sally B
Ann NC
Glad the one seems to be thriving. Seems like yesterday when the Pandas first arrived. Great they kept the Panda program, always fun to see them. Thanks, Sheena.
judy berube from Rhode Island
Dear Z Fans:
Game On Dude won like the Champion he is. Congrats to him and Jockey M. Garcia. Kettle Corn 2nd, You Know I Know 3rd and Richard’s Kid 4th.
I was half right in the “capping” contest once again. My Exacta Box GOD and RK. Back to the drawing board; will give up and make a show bet next week. Love and Hugs, JB
Max
JudyB Glad to hear about this win. One son of Awesome Again settles the score with Kettle Corn for another?
judy berube from Rhode Island
Dear Max:
Yes, GOD was wonderful. Hugs, JB
Terry Crow
I watched this race on TV. I did not see any of the earlier races so I can’t comment on them. That having been said, I have never seen such a turn-around in the type of track bias. It is obviously speed favoring now. Del Mar management apparently did not want the slow times usually associated with this venue. I was leaning this way anyway so it makes my decision easy. I will never place another bet on any race ran at Del Mar. Guess I will have more money in my pocket from now on .
Sandy (Northeast Ohio)
For once I went with my head and did not bet on my boy Dullahan. Actually had Kettle Corn to place – YEA!!!! I can’t be real happy, though, knowing that Doolie finished 8th. As he wasn’t in the forward group, it was impossible to see him during the race so who knows what happened. The chart seems to suggest that he didn’t start out in a hurry and went pretty wide in the stretch, but that’s all I got out of it. I hope he will regroup, and not bow out or anything on such a down note.
Barbara Wood (Texas)
Sandy, that was pretty much the story. It appeared that he was never a factor. Sigh.
judy berube from Rhode Island
Dear Sandy:
Good for you. Hope Dullahan came out of the race OK. Love and Hugs, JB
Ann NC
Congrats, Sandy!!!! Way to Cap. Poor, Dullahan, still love him.
Terry Crow
Apparently, he did not like the track as it is currently prepared. Glad you did better this time.
shirleeinindy
Good for Game On Dude. I really wondered if he could do it on the Del Mar surface. At this rate, he will have to be HOY.
Terry Crow
This is not the Del Mar surface as we have known it. If he continues his win streak in the BC Classic, he will probably win the honor. However, it looked that way last year too.
shirleeinindy
Neither he nor Dan can compare with Zenyatta. I do think GOD has earned the award.
The Kennedys in San Diego
BRAVO, Game On Dude. He ran a spectacular race. Here’s hoping he will nail the BCC and HOY.
Sally Blank (cherish Z for my lifetime)
Sandy and all, Camp Sally will be coming to and end shortly, although now all the warm weather has arrived and how longit will stay around is any ones guess. One can not trust the weather man completely. We had water wars today with water balloons and water guns prior to going to the lake. They had fun, I was drenched!!
I did fight to the end though.
Two of my three grandkids are girls and they kept asking me to do my nails for me, putting nail polish on them. After supper and just a short while before they were to leave they performed their expertise on my nails. It was a polish with glitter. The joke was on me, when it never completely dried and was sticky and tacky. I am glad I did not pick up things and such because it would have come off on it. It actually washed off when I used soap and water. They are tricksters for sure. I am sure part of the reason I love to go to the horses is to find peace!! haha
hugs, Sally B
Ann NC
You sound like the best G-mom ever, Sally. Water balloons- great times! Give, Sir a kiss on his nose. I’ve gotten mixed up w/ those bees before. Picked up a bale of straw and found a nest,yikes. I had to jump in the water trough for cover. Tell Sir, I know how he feels-stupid bees.
Hugs.
Sally Blank (cherish Z for my lifetime)
Can I trade in my three grandchildren for you Zenyatta!!! haha
Love you & sweet dreams to you and your boys
kisses on your soft noses, Auntie Sally B
quarterhossgal
Great wins by Royal Delta and Game on Dude! Wise Dan, Game on Dude and Royal Delta look like contenders for Horse of the Year! Can’t wait for the Breeder’s Cup this year, should be some great racing. 3 year picture is really muddled, they are taking turns winning.
Queen Z, you look great as do your handsome sons!
Sally Blank (cherish Z for my lifetime)
Though I do not have the capability to watch the races, I am happy for all of them. I would like to see one of them get Horse of the Year.
Sally B
Ashton
The one and only great Wasserman has been retired after suffering a bowed tendon. Happy Retirement Great Warrior. Love this horse! Get well soon.
https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.10151574351003038.1073741855.58103128037&type=1
A great video of him by Emerald Downs this year.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kpZxuLvk9co
shirleeinindy
Beautiful horse. I don’t know anything about him but hope and pray he has a good home awaiting him.
Terry Crow
I am sorry to hear of his injury. I am surprised that this old warrior who has done so much for Washington racing was running in claiming races. Happy retirement, old friend.
judy berube from Rhode Island
Dear Ashton:
Thank you for sharing this info on this beautiful boy. Glad he is safe and wish him a happy retirement. Hugs, JB
Bluegrass Girl
Spa Spies tweets with Photos
Mike Smith gives Royal Delta a pat after victory in the Personal Ensign
https://twitter.com/SpaSpies/status/371809501038379008/photo/1
Royal Delta soaking up the applause following her impressive victory
https://twitter.com/SpaSpies/status/371809654948376577/photo/1
The crowd gave RD & Mike a standing ovation!!
Ann NC
That is so cool. RD and Mike deserved it. Great job!
Sue Fredrick Happy as a lark
Congrats to the beautiful Royal Delta, she is truly fabulous. Mike you truly are one of the best!!
Sally Blank (cherish Z for my lifetime)
I have always thought Royal D is so handsome! Way to go RD and Mikey!
Sally Blank (cherish Z for my lifetime)
Well, handsomely gorgeous; almost as much as Zenyatta with her size.
shirleeinindy
Thank you for the pictures, BGG. Mike and RD look very happy. You can tell she knows she is special.
judy berube from Rhode Island
Dear BGG:
Thank you for sharing these lovely photos of RD. My gosh she’s a beauty. Gotta love Mikey. Love and Hugs, JB
Bluegrass Girl
Mary M Meek tweet with Photo
G1 winner Tiz Miz Sue retires; relaxes with Metzie Hobby
& poses for portrait
https://twitter.com/moonwalker24/status/371811891238035457/photo/1
Marshall (NC broad)
Dear Maryp,
I hope someone knows how Declan’s Warrior is.
Sincerely hope that this horse is okay.
All the Best and Hugs
Maryp NY
Thanks Marshall. I can’t seem to find anything on him and I sure hope it wasn’t anything serious.
Old friends posted a memorial that Sarava’s Dancer broke down yesterday at Saratoga.
Oh, how I hate that these things happen to these beautiful athletes.
Bless them all.
Hugs
Janet Newman
There were 2 breakdowns in the same race at Saratoga.
Sarava’s Dancer was on the lead with Rosie Napravnik when he
broke down. Then Kris Royal went down shortly after.
Both were euthanized on the track.
I am glad I was not home watching the races yesterday,
RIP Sarava’s Dancer and Kris Royal
judy berube from Rhode Island
RIP Beautiful Boys. Hugs, JB
Marshall (NC broad)
Dear Janet,
This is so incredibly tragic. Two beautiful souls gone way too soon.
RIP Sarava’s Dancer and Kris Royal — bless you both.
judy berube from Rhode Island
Dear Marshall and Mary:
Have been looking for info on Declan’s Warrior, but so far can find nothing. Will keep trying. Love and Hugs, JB
Marshall (NC broad)
Thanks, Judy B.
Sure hope he is okay. Hugs
Barbara Wood (Texas)
RIP, dear Sarava’s Dancer. Just dreadful. These breakdowns are killing the fans.
Will try to check on Declan’s Warrior today. Hugs to all.
Maryp NY
Thank you Judy and Barbara. Maybe it’s a good thing there isn’t any news out there but…… I keep looking too. I thought he had a good chance in the King’s Bishop along with Mentor Cane and then something happened???
sheena.davies(wales)
Dear Judy, Sally and Ann Edinburgh Zoo is on cub watch!!!! As far as they can tell (without an ultrasound) tian-tian is due any day to go into labour!!Keeping everything crossed. Love and hugs Sheena
judy berube from Rhode Island
Dear Sheena:
Will do. Love and Hugs, JB
sheena.davies(wales)
Dear Max Great news about Laura and Supersteve winning at the weekend first time back after her fall!!!Winnerwinnerchickendinner as he tweeted have got my mommy back!!Have no idea what Kauto thinks of moosie he seems to have become more famous for failing to start!!Did you see the ‘Window Wall’ at York racecourse at the entrance to the County stand commemorating Frankel’s Juddmonte win? That’s all we need now is a statue and Kauto’s DVD and I’ll be happy! hugs Sheena No televised racing on BBC anymore only Channel 4 now and the subscription channels.
judy berube from Rhode Island
Dear Sheena and Max:
Great news for Laura. Wonderful; brave and courageous. Love and Hugs, JB
vicki
Royal Delta and GOD saved the entire weekend of racing for me. HOY will probably come down to the BC Classic. NBC did a pretty good job covering Travers. Mentor Cane is going to be impressive once he learns how to put an entire race away. Hope he stays healthy for a four year old season of racing. I still believe in him.
Sue Fredrick Happy as a lark
Got this posted on my facebook from Lanes End. Congrats on a nice article with our boys resume: http://www.drf.com/news/hot-sire-ap-indy
Sandy (Northeast Ohio)
Very nice article, Sue, and it reminded me – what’s happened to Revolutionary? Did I miss something about him? Can’t remember anything post Derby.
Doreen from CT
Sue – I believe that Revolutionary is at WinStar Farm taking a long layoff and will return in 2014. He’s one of my favorites and I’m looking forward to seeing him.
Doreen from CT
Sorry I meant Sandy, not Sue, Duh!!
Sandy (Northeast Ohio)
Thanks Doreen. I hope he’s just resting and wasn’t hurt??
judy berube from Rhode Island
Dear Doreen:
Rev is on of my favorites too. Hope he comes back strong and sound. Hugs, JB
Bluegrass Girl
Tom Hall tweet
Dynaformer’s 2yo son METEROROID o/o Seeking the Gold mare Enthused,
won maiden race at Warwick for the Niarchos family in 2nd start
judy berube from Rhode Island
Dear BGG, Max and Z Fans:
Here’s the replay of Big D’s boy, Meteroroid winning his maiden race. Hugs, JB
http://www.chroma.premiumtv.co.uk/streaming/watch/RacingUKFlashVOD/partnerId_166/videoFileId_13213322/clipId_2261612/index.html
Terry Crow
OK, gang. All of those who wanted to know more about the film Glory I had a lengthy conversation with my friend Ray who has worked on many films of this type and also TV mini series. One story that he told me in passing about that was his work on North and South. Apparently, Johnny Cash had a part in it and he was worried that his fans would not recognize him. Ray said he went into Johnny’s trailer and there he was playing cards with Waylon Jennings. After convincing him to continue with the part, he left. He told me so much stuff about Glory that I think it might be better if everyone would just ask what they want to know, and, if it was covered during our talk, I will relate it to you. Ray is a great guy and it was certainly a pleasure to speak to him again.
Louise Castello
Dear Terry, This is exciting! My first question is how in the world did they do all the battle scenes, especially when they were attacking Fort Wagner at the end? It was so real looking and there were so many actors in those scenes with things being blown up everywhere. It seems like there could have been real injuries with all the chaos. Also, I always wondered if any of the scenes were filmed at real locations. Were they really in South Carolina on the islands and in Beaufort? Of course, I would love to hear what your friend thought of the actors. A lot of them were not well known at the time, but have gone on to huge success especially Denzel Washington and Morgan Freeman. So I wondered what they were like then. I’m sure I will have more questions. LOL You opened a can of worms! Sorry, but thanks!
Bluegrass Girl
Eblouissante (4-Year-Old Filly) Workout
Date: August 26, 2013
Track: SARATOGA
Distance: Four Furlongs
Time: 51:98 Breezing
Track Condition: Fast
Surface: Dirt training
Rank: 38/44 –
Bluegrass Girl
Mucho Macho Man (5-Year-Old Horse) Workout
Date: August 25, 2013
Track: SARATOGA
Distance: Five Furlongs
Time: 1.03:50 Breezing
Track Condition: Fast
Surface: Dirt
Rank: 4/5
shirleeinindy
BGG, Thank you for the news about my sweet Muchie. I already have butterflies thinking about his race Saturday. He is going against some pretty still competition. Think the dratted Johnny V is in there with Cross Traffic! Also, Paynter. I will be okay if Paynter beats MMM but not Johnny V. I think he puts a curse on my favs in the races.
Barbara Wood (Texas)
Oh, no. Not Kris Royal too! This is just devastating. RIP, dear one.
Bluegrass Girl
Barbara,
Both breakdowns were on the turf course. Here is some info that I posted in
the Forum yesterday
Saratoga track news tweet
Both Sarava’s Dancer and Kris Royal were euthanized from that 9th race.
Both suffered broken front left legs.
Tim Wilkin tweet
Both riders — Rosie Napravnik (Sarava’s Dancer) and Jose Lezcano (Kris Royal) — are ok. Sadly, Sarava’s Dancer euthanized on track.
Kris Royal appeared to have vanned off.
There have been 4 fatalities on track this meet, 3 on turf course.
The hard part of this game.
Rosie Napravnik tweet
After incident in 9th race I am uninjured. Was able to get Sarava’s Dancer pulled up.
Thank you for the concern
BGG Note:
I read that both horses were euthanized on track-but can’t find tweet.
Also read that 180 races have been run on the turf track so it is quite torn up.
judy berube from Rhode Island
Dear BGG and Z Fans:
Sad, sad part of racing. RIP SD and KR; Beautiful Boys.
Lucky Rosie and JL were not injured. Hugs, JB
♥ Auntie Judy aka JAG / So. Calif. ♥
♥ Dear Zenyatta and Team Z
I was out of town last week when this was posted. I was visiting my mother who will be 92 on August 31st.
I shared the pictures with my mother of Zen, CoZ, and 13Z. My mother, Ramona, is in awe with their beauty! She was chased by a horse when she was a little girl (out ran it LOL) so has been slightly terrified of horses, but she loves their majestic beauty. She is very much an Animal Lover and the apple doesn’t fall far from the tree :-)
Thank you for sharing these videos. The one of CoZ reminded me of when I visited Mine That Bird at Churchill Downs. He enjoyed playing with his jolly ball, too. The video of 13Z’s cute butt is precious! I love those “horse power” hips!
♥ Love to all XO
Auntie Judy
judy berube from Rhode Island
Dear Auntie Judy:
Happy Birthday (early) to your Dear Mom. God Bless. Love and Hugs, JB
Maryp NY
Dear Auntie Judy,
How lucky you are to have your mom still with you. Please wish Ramona a very Happy Birthday! I know it’s early but what the heck!! She should have several days of celebration anyhow!!! God bless you both.
Love and hugs,
Maryp
Trina Nagele in So Cal
Blessings to your mom. I’ll repost her poem on the 31st.
Marilu Villanueva
Dear Judy:
Happy Birthday to your mom. God bless her with many more.
Hope she is doing well. Love and Blessings!
Ann NC
Happy Birthday!!!!
Trina Nagele in So Cal
Happy National Dog Day to all from my Selina, Sweet Caroline and Daisy!
Terry Crow
Trina-I hope all of your dogs are well.
Trina Nagele in So Cal
Thank you, Terry, yes, they are well, and I hope the same for yours.
carol in arkansas
Scooter and Roxy wish a Happy Dog’s Day to all canine members of Zennyland
Debbie G/Kentucky
My kitties and I want to wish a Happy National Dog Day to all the canines out there!
Ann NC
Sweet kitties, thank you- woof woof,wag wag.
Sue Fredrick Happy as a lark
Happy National Dog Day to all you sweet canines who give so much everyday to your owners, from Cisco and Gracie. hugs and slurps
Sandy (Northeast Ohio)
Happy National Dog Day to all of the Zenny land pooches and their human families!
High Paw to all!
sheena.davies(wales)
Dear Judy and all Dog owners Have a wonderful day with your pooches!!!Kisses for all Hugs SheenaXX
judy berube from Rhode Island
Dear Sheena:
Thank you and wishing a great day to all doggies and their Moms and Dads. Love and Hugs, JB
HeidiK, Vallejo,Ca (bride to be)
Ok, Dumplings. Drum roll please……
I have reserved a small island in a local park for our Wedding Ceremony. Pretty much, all plans are done. Just the little stuff to figure out. I sent out invites on fb but, I know that not all of you are on fb so, I’m going to extend the invites on here. Ceremony will be Sept 28th at 4 pm with the reception to follow at Townhouse, Vallejo, Ca at 6pm. To rsvp, send me an email at hkruckenberg@yahoo.com.. Woot Woot!
Doing the Happy Dance! :)
Terry Crow
I hope you do the happy dance for the rest of your life. Congratulations!
judy berube from Rhode Island
Dear Heidi:
Congratulations on your up coming wedding. Thank you for the invite; won’t be able to join you on the big day but sending all my best wishes to both of you. Love and Hugs, JB
Louise Castello
Heidi, I am so excited for you and I hope you have a wonderful day and a long, happy life together. For those of us who probably can’t get there, I hope you will post some pictures of the wedding day!
Ann NC
Wishing you all the best, Heidi, my capping friend!
I will be there in spirit.
Hugs!
HeidiK, Vallejo,Ca (bride to be)
Yes, there will be plenty of pics to share. Our good friend will be doing the photos and we just had our DJ confirmed too. Everything is coming together quickly. 31 days to go. :)
Bluegrass Girl
Heidi
Everything has come together
Hope you have a perfect day!
Much happiness! BGG
Bluegrass Girl
NYRA Committee Discusses Turf Breakdowns
by Teresa Genaro The Blood-Horse Updated: Monday, August 26, 2013 4:32 PM
A day after two horses broke down in the same race on the turf at Saratoga Race Course the issue dominated a scheduled New York Racing Association Equine Safety Committee.
The committee met via teleconference Aug. 25. Committee chair Anthony Bonomo Sr., whose homebred Heading to Toga was euthanized on the outer turf course earlier in August, said he spoke with P. J. Campo, NYRA’s vice president and director of racing, and Glen Kozak, vice president of facilities and racing surfaces, after the latest fatalities.
Kris Royale and Sarava’s Dancer broke down in separate incidents in the allowance/optional claiming race on the inner turf Aug. 24 and were euthanized.
Read more on BloodHorse.com: http://www.bloodhorse.com/horse-racing/articles/80304/nyra-committee-discusses-turf-breakdowns#ixzz2d75QOe3q
sheena.davies(wales)
Dear Heidi Hope you have the greatest of days.My congratulations to you and Cindy Hugs Sheena
sheena.davies(wales)
Dear KathyR Ashes to Splashes!!! My apologises for the shocking behaviour of our blokes celebrating their win #weegate!! hugs Sheena
Marilu Villanueva
Dear Team Z!
Thank you for the lovely photos and the videos. It was a delight to see them healthy and growing fast. Hugs to Zenyatta for me! Hope she is doing well.
Thanks!
sheena.davies(wales)
Dear Judy Goodnight, God bless you, Lola Mae, Charlie And all the Sweeties. Been watching great show about “Pampered Pets” Sleep well. Love and Hugs SheenaX
RIP Homer The blind wonder Cat and for 16yrs the faithful companion of Gwen Cooper. He crossed “the rainbow bridge ” in his mom’s arms on August 21st As she said on her blog He is at peace now and is whole.XX
judy berube from Rhode Island
Dear Sheena:
RIP beautiful Homer. Love and Hugs, JB, LM, PC and all the Sweeties
judy berube from Rhode Island
Dear Z, COZ, Red Prince and Baby Z:
Goodnight. Sweet Dreams. Love Ya. Hugs, JB