Happy weekend!
The Breeders’ Cup is now less than a week away, and so is our 2014 Zenyatta.com Celebration! We’re preparing for an exciting weekend of limited edition products, memorabilia, fan photos, and a drawing for an exclusive grand prize—all in a special section of our website. Details will be announced early next week.
Enjoy!
-Team Z
Valerie
Have they decided who to breed Zenyatta to for next year? When will we get to find out?
lauraj_cincinnati
No announcement yet, and we may not know until after the breeding takes place. The War Front mating that produced Z Princess wasn’t announced ahead of time.
sheena.davies(wales)
Dear Max.Yes,Toast has been training on the sands so he can get used to the “kickback” from the dirt.Have just heard there is a lock-down in Edinburgh city centre gunman on a roof riot police are there and it’s a developing story.I don’t know if it is connected to terrorism.Seems nowhere is safe these days.
Z and her filly are both beautiful girls.loved the photos and looking forward to the BC celebration.Hope the Panther is too.The Moose must be freed!Sheena.
Max
Sheena. Nothing on Edinburgh. The cable news here right now is two politicians sqaring off in a debate to win the Senate race for New Hampshire. Love that state. Motto is – live free or die. Don’t let current events get you down. No where has ever been safe. It’s actually better safety wise now than in the old days, such as being chased on your way for groceries by a sabre toothed tiger or a pterodactyl.
Free the Moose.
Bluegrass Girl
Gary Crispe on Sat. Oct. 25 2014
Adelaide runs to a Timeform rating of 129.
Highest rated run by a 3yo in recent history.
Max
This depends on your definition of recent history. Frankel had a 143 rating at 3 years old in 2011.
Bluegrass Girl
Jay Privman Dailyh Racing Form on Sat. Oct. 25 2014
Spendthrift announces Beholder scr from F-T sale.
Plan at this point is to resume training when recovered from illness
Bluegrass Girl
sdhorserace.com on Sat. Oct. 25 2014
An impressive and powerful win by Queen’s Plate winner, Lexie Lou,
who wins the G3 Autumn Miss at #SantaAnita. Nakatani/Casse. 5-6-8-3
Steve Andersen Daily Racing Form Sat. Oct. 25 2014
Lexie Lou (3-1, slight favorite) won Saturday’s Autumn Miss Stakes
over 3-1 Diversy Harbor. Zindaya was third, set early pace. #santaanita
Bluegrass Girl
Autumn Miss S. (gr. III) RACE REPLAY VIDEO
Race 8 at Santa Anita Park on October 25, 2014 The Blood-Horse
http://www.bloodhorse.com/horse-racing/race/USA/sa/2014/10/25/8/autumn-miss-s-gr-iii
sheena.davies(wales)
Dear Max.I haven’t heard anything more about Edinburgh maybe someone had too much nip as Nissy would say!!!Free the Moose!Sheena
sheena.davies(wales)
Dear Judy.Will passed away peacefully about 3.30pm in Tom’s arms.He was on his beloved mountainside with his music,the scent of the flowers and it was such a gentle end.Many,Many comments on his FB.It was a beautiful sunny day.RIP Will.
Goodnight God bless you LM PC HT Little Cap Dubai Hercules Frank Boo and all the Sweeties.Love and hugs SheenaX
SallyB.(AuntiecherishesZandheryoung)
Awww, so sad; God bless Will. I believe we will all see one another again.
hugs, Sally B
Judy Berube From Rhode Island
Dear Sally B:
Me too. Love and Hugs, JB
Judy Berube From Rhode Island
Dear Sheena:
Rest In Peace Will. I’m glad his Dad was able to be with him. Love and Hugs, JB, LM, PC, HT, Cap, Herc, Frank, Dubai, Boo and all the Sweeties
Marshall (NC Broad)
Dear Sheena,
So sad about Will. It is comforting to know that he was on the mountain side with music, flowers around, and of course, Tom. Very sweet ending. RIP dear Will
Hugs and Love
SallyB.(AuntiecherishesZandheryoung)
Thank you team Z! I am hoping I find something special because after all Zenyatta owned the Breeders Cup a couple of years! Z is still incredible and unforgettable!!
Sally B
Goodnight my special Queen Z
Love n kisses to you and your young
Auntie Sally B
Max
Never can forget her races. Each one was special in its own way. Last one was pure inspiration. I still recall every detail of her run and my own emotional reaction to it.. I could not believe it then, and I still cannot believe the beauty of her talent now. Just glad that I saw the last race live rather than on video, although the video is perfection too.
sue and tony
Thanks, Zenny and all of Team Z for the quick update on exciting things happening during the coming week. We are genuinely excited about all the happenings…will we have a drawing to visit our Queen? hint, hint…..
suew/Va
Zenny and Team Z…Breeders Cup weekend is always special to me as I have the chance to recall again the magnificient races our Queen ran in 2008, 2009 and 2010. They still bring thrills and chills every time I watch the videos of those moments.
Thanks for having special things for us to look forward to…and, the photo of Zenny and those of Z Princess are awesome.
Ann Ferguson
So miss Z on the track this time of the year. She was so awesome.
Judy Berube From Rhode Island
Dear Team Z, Lane’s End and Alys:
What absolutely gorgeous photos of Z and Z Princes. That little girl just gets more and more beautiful. Thank you so very much. I’m guessing the exciting news to come is a chance to visit the Queen. Wow! Love and Hugs, JB
Judy Berube From Rhode Island
Oops! “Z Princess”. Love and Hugs, JB
Judy Berube From Rhode Island
Dear Z, COZ, ZI, Z Princess, V and Montey:
Goodnight. Sweet Dreams. Love all of you so much. Hugs, JB
Judy Berube From Rhode Island
Dear Z Fans:
Beholder withdrawn from Fasig – Tipton November sale as she recovers from illness. Power Up beautiful girl. Love and Hugs, JB
http://www.thoroughbreddailynews.com/intraday_single.cfm?type=news&alertID=4661&CFID=96712840&CFTOKEN=35268341
Irene caty
Queen Zenyatta and Princess Z are both so beautiful and I love seeing all of their pictures. This is such a great time for Zenyatta and she is so unforgettable in many ways. Queen Zenyatta the exceptional, I will always love her. Thanks for the photo’s and will be looking forward to the Breeders Cup event for Zenny.
Ann Maree / Tennessee
On Monday, October 27, BloodHorse’s online special update about Zenyatta will be avaiulable. I found the link at the PDF online version of the Oct. 25 Breeders Cup edition of the magazine. The link is: http://www.BloodHorse.com/ZenyattaLongform
Also, has anyone heard when NBC’s special feature might air? In early October, you might recall that the NBC cameraman was being assisted by our Queen in taking some photos for the special. They didn’t give many details, but I think it will be released this week.
Barbara Wood
Thanks, Ann Maree.
Kathy
Thank you Team Z for the great new pics ! We look forward to the exciting treats in conjuncture with the BC.
Kathy
October 26 Cherokee Devotional
Misunderstanding is as contagious as measles-it moves from person to person, skipping only those who have developed an immunity. Where there is an outbreak of misunderstanding in one place, there will be others-and not necessarily related. The source is usually a personality under pressure and the vibrations are felt like rumbling before an explosion. It is not necessary to get caught in cloudy issues. If we hear something we can refuse to pass it on. This is what happens when someone half listens but tells what he heard with little variations. When we keep our own opinions and refuse to be drawn into double-talk, our conscience is clear and we have not sent out anything to come back to us when we least need it.
I speak straight and I do not wish to deceive or be deceived.
Cochise
Marshall (NC Broad)
Dear Kathy,
Spot-on devotional! This is so true and accounts for many of the problems that we experience these days throughout our world.
Thanks!
Here’s to more careful listening and better communication.
Hugs
Kathy
Dear Sheena,
Have a blessed Sabbath. Enjoy what is left of your weekend! Hugs and love from me, kisses from Holly, Nikko and Sugar. Kathy
Peggie Groves
Have been a racing fan all my life – born on Ky Derby day in 1946. Normally following the colts. Visited Gulfstream, Belmont, Pimlico, and the Ky Derby. But in 2008 my daughter surprised me with a visit to the Breeders Cup at Santa Anita so I could see Zenyatta run. And did she run! I get teary even now just remembering that move. And Goldikova ran the same day. I got to see two of the greatest race mares ever. Queen Z. Her offspring look fantastic and hopes are high, but there will never be another Z. And perhaps that is as it should be.
Ann NC
Oh boy! Thanks Team Z. What fun.
Alys, great photos. Zenny, love the highlighted tips. Princess, you have the sweetest face.
Z fans attending the BC, have a wonderful time! Make Sandy behave!
Vicki B. near Hollywood Park
That’s right, Ann. With Sandy, you just never know what might happen!
Judy Berube From Rhode Island
Dear Sandy:
Are these Mean Girls pickin’ on you? You show ’em! Love and Hugs, JB
Debbie S.
Thank-you for the great photos Alys. Zenyatta looks like she enjoyed a good roll and what amazing muscles in her neck and shoulders. Looking forward to coming news and celabrations.The Princess sure put a smile on her handler’s face,and mine too. She looks so like Z and I love her blaze,big ears,strong body ( that is growing so fast) ,and her confidence.What a beauty!
Dear BGG
I really enjoyed watching Lexie Lou win with her big surge at the end in the Autumn Miss Stakes. She had an amazing run to win the Queen’s Plate this summer,nice to see her doing so well again. Thank-you
sheena.davies(wales)
Such a tender moment!The last Willaby.Hope this comes through.Hugs Sheena.RIP
http://www.facebook.com/video.php?=86614791
sheena.davies(wales)
Dear Kathy.A blessed Sabbath to you too!Our clocks went back last night and I think I have jet-lag!All our furbabies are well,Marty has reached 14000 and counting.Making his minions work hard last night.Fubu looks smart in his winter coat and I love Boo’s true love tip!Zoe put a lovely tribute for Will,Tom never seeks explanations prefering the magic and mystery.He is hoping to make enough money from his writing to get a farm to house abused and elderly animals.That is Will’s legacy.Love and hugs to you,Kisses for Holly,Nikko and Sugar.
Debbie S.
Dear Sheena
I read about Will and Tom yesterday and no matter what the age it is so sad to say Goodbye.I am happy that Will knew love and gave so much,and that he passed gently in Tom’s arms with music,mountains and love surrounding him,”When someone you love becomes a memory that memory becomes a treasure”. Will will be waiting for Tom. Thank-you for sharing Will’s story,this little dog with such a big heart inspires us all.
Sandy (Northeast Ohio)
HOVIS update
Here is today’s brief update, straight from the horse’s (er . . . his Mum’s) mouth:
“Bandages off. Unimpressed boy has just seen his feathers. Or rather lack of. Anyone any good at knitting?….”
carol in arkansas
I don’t knit but I let “mum” know that I crochet
Sandy (Northeast Ohio)
:-)
tony
I like the new pictures, Zenny. Maybe I’ll get a chance to meet you sometime soon.
Sure hope so.
Z Princess is as lovely as ever, too.
sheena.davies(wales)
Magician will retire to Ashford Stud Kentucky after his BC run.He will be joined by Declaration of War.Also Tarfasha is to retire,2nd to Taghrooda in our Oaks she had been due to run in the BC.A happy retirement to all.Hugs Sheena
Especially Horses / So Cal
The Kitten’s Joy I named, Jolly Good Kitten, remains undefeated. He won his second start, a stakes race The Le Prix des Sablonnets for 2 year-olds.
http://www.paris-turf.com/actualites/france/prix-des-sablonnets-jolly-good-kitten-demeure-invaincu-81609
The article loosely translated:
Le Prix des Sablonnets (listed-race – 55,000 euros – 1600 meters – 2 years) this Saturday, October 25 in Nantes constituted the first highlights of the meeting. This race which has revealed potential (such as Gailo Chop for example) went this year to Jolly Good Kitten – (5 – Cristian Demuro) who remains undefeated in competition.
After his victorious debut, in early October, this son of Kitten’s Joy has delivered wonderfully. He remains undefeated in competition. His jockey expressed: “He is one of the good 2 year olds whom I have been lucky to be associated with. He loved the state of the ground…..
SallyB.(AuntiecherishesZandheryoung)
I love you Zenyatta!
Goodnight, sweet dreams to you and your young
Kisses, Auntie Sally B