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Kentucky Visit, Filmed by Ann

Coz, April 2013. Photo by Kyle Acebo
Coz, April 2013. Photo by Kyle Acebo

Happy Tuesday!

Ann and Jerry went to Kentucky to visit Zenyatta, 13Z and Cozmic One last week. Ann sent us a few clips from their time on the farm.

Enjoy!
-Team Z

Zenyatta having a little fun:

Zenyatta eating carrots:

Zenyatta, 13Z, and some snacks:

Even more snacks:

Z & Z13 heading into the barn:

Cozmic One coming from the barn:

Cozmic One looking so grown up:

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    Terry, no date yet for burial of Whirlaway.
    But, here is additional proof that grave is at Calumet.
    Good article touring Calumet with then owner de Kwiatkowski BGG

    Calumet: Legendary Horse Farm Returned to its Original Charm
    The Free Lance Star May 19 2001 (Fredericksburg, Virginia)
    “One of the few reminders that you’re on a storied horse farm is hanging in the wet bar: a 4- by 6foot .photograph of Calumet Farm’s first Derby winner Whirlaway ”

    “At the farm cemetery, de Kwiatkowski walked among the graves of racing greats Citation and Whirlaway. He wants to be buried here. “In one corner: and plans to ask a priest to officiate at the burial area “so it is good with the Almighty,” he said.”

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      Dear BG:

      Thank you for the info on Whirlaway and Bodie. Congrats to Bodie. Hugs, JB

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      My bad-video in this article does not work–3rd party infringement.
      Rest of article & pics are good. BGG

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      Bluegrass Girl–Thank you for the story about the former owner of Calumet and the story about Whirlaway. Interesting that he, like Citation, ran in a race, and won it, between the Preakness and the Belmont. The more I read about this horse, the bigger fan I become. The story mentioned a walk-over win on the Pimlico Special. Can’t remember the last time this happened. As for the former owner, I understand his wish to be buried with the horses.

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        I remember Spectacular Bid had a “walkover”…..now if I can just remember what race…not many wanted to challenge him at that point….
        help me if you can?

        • Dear Carol:

          Here is a link on The Bid. I have also posted the paragraph which references a “walkover”. Love and Hugs, JB

          http://www.horsehats.com/SpectacularBid.html

          Bid would sit out the Marlboro Cup while the nice Mack Miller-trained colt, Winter’s Tale, won the coveted race. Next on both’s schedule was the Woodward. Winter’s Tale won the Marlboro in commanding fashion and was working beautifully leading up to the Woodward – again, the press and fans wondered if an upset of the great Spectacular Bid was possible. But the Friday before the race, Miller felt something wrong with his charge and x-rays showed a chip in his leg. Winter’s Tale was scratched from the race, leaving only a three-horse field of Spectacular Bid, Temperence Hill, and Dr. Patches. On Saturday morning of the Woodward, NYRA officials met with the trainers and owners of Temperence Hill and Dr. Patches, and the two horses were scratched from the field. Spectacular Bid, in what some deem racing’s greatest honor from other trainers, was granted a walkover.

        • carol-You are one sharp cookie. Now that you mention it, I think that Spectacular Bid did have a walkover in one of the really big eastern races sometime during the period of 1979-1982. That’s all I can remember, though.

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    Tragic News Today!! BGG
    Kentucky Eventer Dies In Riding Accident
    By: Bernadette Palmeri The Chronicle of the Horse July 11, 2013
    Eventer Christine Brown, Versailles, Ky., was killed in a riding accident at her home on July 10. An avid equestrian, Brown competed on the University of Kentucky’s equestrian team and through the intermediate level in eventing.
    Woodford County coroner Ronald Owens speculated that Brown fell when her horse crashed through a jump. Brown, 43, was wearing a helmet but sustained internal injuries during the fall.
    Christine’s husband, Dr. Stuart Brown, a veterinarian with Hagyard Equine Medical Institute (Ky.), discovered her when he came home to find her horse loose in the field with a broken bridle. By that time Christine was already dead.
    An autopsy is schedule for today, July 11, according to the Lexington Herald Leader

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      That photo is one of the nicest sights the eyes can see first thing on a beautiful summer morn. Just beautiful.

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        Oh my goodness! There is something very special about this colt. As usual, mom looks every inch the Queen but 13Z…he will be a force to be reckoned with on the track. We think he is learning his lessons from mom very well. He is so well built for a youngster.

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        Isn’t he just sooooo stunning!!! OMG, He’s huge! Look at that dark chestnut and that bum. Wow!!

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      Dear BG:

      I agree with all the other Z’sters that have commented on this photo of Red Prince. He seems older than he is and very confident for one so young. Between he and his gorgeous brother, I think we’re all in for quite a ride once they get to racing. Love and Hugs, JB

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    Normandy Invasion could be sidelined for rest of the year
    BY Jerry Bossert New York Daily News July 11, 2013
    Normandy Invasion could miss the remainder of the year because of a foot abscess.
    The 3-year-old colt, who finished fourth in the May 4 Kentucky Derby, will be visited by hoof specialist Ian McKinley on Friday at Chad Brown’s barn in Saratoga.
    “We thought it would be like any other abscess where we would just soak it in salt water and everything would be fine,” owner Rick Porter told the Daily News. “We’ll know more tomorrow.”
    http://www.nydailynews.com/blogs/theraces/2013/07/normandy-invasion-could-be-sidelined-for-rest-of-the-year

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    Normandy Invasion could be sidelined for rest of the year
    BY Jerry Bossert New York Daily News July 11, 2013
    Normandy Invasion could miss the remainder of the year because of a foot abscess.
    The 3-year-old colt, who finished fourth in the May 4 Kentucky Derby, will be visited by hoof specialist Ian McKinley on Friday at Chad Brown’s barn in Saratoga.
    “We thought it would be like any other abscess where we would just soak it in salt water and everything would be fine,” owner Rick Porter told the Daily News. “We’ll know more tomorrow.”
    http://www.nydailynews.com/blogs/theraces/2013/07/normandy-invasion-could-be-sidelined-for-rest-of-the-year

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        Yes indeed. He was one of my pre-Derby favorites – it’s sad that he has what seems to be a complicated problem.

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      Thanks Sheena, Sassy is doing fair, she has one good day and then one not so good, but she is still eating well, and loves going outside.

      Keeping Laura in my thoughts and prayers too,

      Hugs
      Janet

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    The world has righted itself…
    After a pleasant week or so of Cigar stalking…
    And actually catching him s couple of times..
    Today we have…
    Beautiful downtown Pikeville!

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    dear Kathy R What a naughty girl you are!! you never mentioned the young man Ashton Agar who certainly went down a storm today first ever 11th man to score 98 runs in a test match!!!! We do have a very slender lead though!! love and hugs Sheena

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      Dear Sheena: A BIG confession here (and this is strictly between you and the Z-family – because I could lose my citizenship on this one) – I think watching paint dry is more exciting than cricket – I just dislike the poor sportsmanship the team has shown for many years now – so always barrack against them. So go the Poms! Hugs, KathyR.

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    Dear Judy Now I saw your post about Balance am sorry they only gave out the number of mares in foal to the great one Hope she wasn’t one of the 6 that miscarried Thank you for your prayers for Laura the family have been astounded by the number of messages.love and hugs Sheena

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      Dear Sheena:

      I tried to find info on whether Balance was in fact declared in foal to Frankel, but can’t find anything. Will keep looking.

      Hope Laura in improving. Love and Hugs, JB

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    Has everyone seen the latest pic of 13Z and Zenny? Team Z tweeted it today. He looks great and so does our Queen.

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    I’m confused. Is Z13 turning grey or not? In the June 18th photos he looks like he is. In the instagram on July 11 he looks like he’s not. I realize photography can make you “see things” and I’m wondering what’s going on. Could someone who has seen Z13 live give us an authoritative opinion on whether Z13 will grey out or stay chestnut?
    I would love to hear from an “expert” eyewitness whoever they may be.

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      LE has said from the first day that he is chestnut, they are experts. All the indicators were there for chestnut.

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      Sure hope he stays chestnut. The racing world is starving for another Big Red. Of course, that is quite a burden to put on his little shoulders. Just hope he has a long happy safe life.

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      JB,
      Looking forward to the Capping!!! I’m throwing caution into the wind and playing the catchy names! HA! That was my only big winner last year w/ a, Mike I played,after my dog Mikey gave his paws up.
      It will be fun. Get ready Saratoga Goose, the cappers are coming.
      Hugs.

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    Orfevre okay for Arc but no-go for Gentildonna
    By masakazu takahashi Racingpost. com 5:15AM 12 JUL 2013
    Japan: Last year’s Qatar Prix de l’Arc de Triomphe runner-up Orfevre will has finally been given the green light to return to Longchamp in a bid to go one better
    later this year.
    On the other hand, in a surprise development his compatriot Gentildonna will not take her chance in the Arc as connections prefer to follow a domestic programme featuring a defence of her Japan Cup crown.
    http://bloodstock.racingpost.com/news/bloodstock/japan-orfevre-okay-for-arc-but-no-go-for-gentildonna/1315937/?utm_source=twitterfeed&utm_medium=twitter

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    It’s a girl–Congratulations!
    Santa Anita Park
    Congrats to @ChristinaBlackr & @dan_blacker on their bundle of joy! MT “@dan_blacker: Mother & daughter are doing great. #whataday”

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      Thanks Max and Sheena. Sometimes I try to wait a bit to read it (hate to have my Friday “treat” over with too soon). At first I thought he had some sort of hat on, but I guess that is just his mane on top of his head. On a trip to England to visit relatives, I can remember my Aunt “dying of the heat” and it was about 70 degrees (I for one was sitting in the driveway thawing out :-).

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      Dear Max:

      Thank you. Laughing out loud. This is one of the funniest Hovis Diaries. Love this boy. Hugs, JB

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        I agree,so funny. Never sip drinks and read the Hovis diary. Just about ruined my screen! Hovis trimming down to Shetland size.HA!
        Hovis, you are the best medicine for a summer cold.

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      Dear Max,
      This is hilarious! Hovis has done it again — laughter abounds with Hovis around!
      Thanks to Max and Sheena!
      Cheers

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    LE has said from the first day that he is chestnut, they are experts. All the indicators were there for chestnut.

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    Thank you for sharing all the wonderful pictures and videos of Zenyatta and her two young colts and keeping us up to date on how they are doing! What an exciting future ahead!!

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    Channel 4 Racing ‏
    Official update on jockey Brian Toomey:
    He is “showing some small signs of movement though remains on a ventilator to assist his breathing”

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