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Ann Moss with Zenyatta at Lane's End. Photo by Alys Emson.
Ann Moss with Zenyatta at Lane’s End. Photo by Alys Emson.

Zenyatta.com has been quiet for a few months. We’d like to assure you that Zenyatta and her filly are in good health and explain our recent absence. Ann and Jerry Moss have made the difficult and private decision to divorce. Discussions about the future of this website have been ongoing, and it has been agreed that Ann will be the owner and operator of Zenyatta.com moving forward.

Ann is dedicated to keeping the community informed and connected to Zenyatta and her foals. You can expect bi-monthly blog posts as well as our annual charity event and its beloved grand prize, an invitation to meet Zenyatta. We are also working on an update to the overall design and user experience of the website, which will be launched later this year.

Thank you, to all fans, for your continued support of Zenyatta and for your patience as we move through this time of adjustment. We’ll kick things off with a much anticipated photo update in the coming days.

Reader Interactions

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    Thank-you so much for the video Sheena, I’ve already watched it 4 times; I love the buck at the end. What a beauty he is; it must be loads of fun to be around him. The only thing I noticed in the first picture was that he looked like he lost a little weight; they are going to have to watch that, because that was one of the problems before. I’m sure they will, because it sounds like they love him, and are treating him like a rock star, like Sherman always called him. Thank-you again for the video!
    Prayers and the best for Ann and Jerry; may this not only be the end of something, but the beginning of better things for you both. One door closes, but it allows another door to open!

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    Dear Mama Z, COZ, ZI, BBG and DC:

    Hope you all had a lovely day today. Goodnight and Happy Dreams. Love You. Hugs, JB

    Z Princess, Dubai, Baby Z, will always love you.

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    Thank you Team Zenyatta for officially confirming this rumor that has been running rampant for months. Although we all respect your privacy, living in the public eye makes it difficult for one’s life to remain very private.

    Ann, I wish you the very best that life has to offer you and am thrilled that you have chosen to keep this site up and running and, thus, keep Zenny’s millions of fans as close to her as possible.

    We all know how much you love Zenyatta and it’s obvious she only has eyes for you. What a treasure the pair of you are.

    SO looking forward to this beautiful filly growing and maturing and can’t wait to hear the name that is chosen for her.

    Be well. Be happy. You are a beautiful, kind and gracious lady in my book.

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    Thank you for your kindness and love of Zenyatta’s fans, that you would include us with your personal explanation.
    We look forward to photos, and of course, updates on the new filly. We were worried about the filly, with no posts for a long while. And, how are Zenyatta’s boys doing? Would love to hear more about them, also, of course.

    Prayers for all of Team Z.

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    Dear Judy.Great to see you back.You would love our cool weather at the moment I had the heater on last night!Glesni will wait for a dry day to migrate usually with a northerly Monty had fish in each talon today.Anything to keep the chicks quiet!Goodnight God bless you LM PC HT Cap Hercules Frank Bentley Willow and all the sweeties.Love and Hugs SheenaX

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      Dear Sheena:

      Thanks for this update on Pharoah. Praying he stays safe and sound. Chromie too. Love and Hugs, JB

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    Fasig-Tipton | The Saratoga Sale 2017
    Tom Hall‏ @lordatwar on Tuesday August 8 2017
    FTSAR final figs: gross $52,995,000 (2016’s $45,570,000) +16.3%,
    avg, $339,712 ($292,115) +16.3% ,
    med $300,000 ($237,500) +26.3%

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    RIP Okie Ride who collapsed and died after a work out at Remington Park today most probably due to a pulmonary embolism.He had won 4 Classic sprints and many graded races.He was a very popular 10yr old gelding trained by Kenny Nolen His wife Sally was there this morning and is,understandably, very upset.Okie used to take long vacations at his owners place.Much sympathy to all his connections.Sleep tight cariad.

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      Rest in Peace, Okie Ride.
      Your work here is done, dear boy. Very sad. Condolences to all connections and fans.
      Farewell brave one — you will be missed.

      Hugs and Love

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    Our Favorite Horse Racing Books
    August 9th, 2017
    Today is Book Lovers Day, and Team ABR has taken the opportunity to share some of their go-to horse racing books; contributors Penelope Miller, Mike Curry, and Melissa Bauer-Herzog each listed some of their favorites below. From betting guides to children’s books, histories to mysteries, horse racing is rich fodder for the literary set.
    There are so many wonderful tomes out there dedicated to the sport of kings, and we know we can’t list them all! That’s why we want to hear about your favorite racing book in the comments.
    https://www.americasbestracing.net/lifestyle/2017-our-favorite-horse-racing-books

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      BGG,
      Computer would not let me in the comments. But must mention the Barbara Livingston books Old Friends and More Old Friends.

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        Dear Shirlee:

        Oh, I bet these books have some gorgeous photos of our beloved horses in them. BL is the best. Just love her work. Love and Hugs, JB

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    Dear Judy.Hope it is not too humid with you.2AN may have started her migration.She one of the Manton Bay family.Sophie is looking for sponsors for our Moose,She says he is very photogenic!Goodnight God bless you LM PC HT Cap Hercules Frank Bentley Willow and all the sweeties.Love and hugs SheenaX

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      Dear Sheena:

      Weather wasn’t as humid today. Going to visit Charlie and Hudson tomorrow. Safe travel to the Osprey. Moose is a handsome boy. Hope you are doing well. Goodnight. Love and Hugs, JB, LM, PC, HT, Cap, Herc, Frank, Bentley and all the Sweeties.

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    Dear Beautiful Mama Z, COZ, ZI, BBG and DC:

    Wishing all of you a peaceful, restful evening and Happy Dreams. Love all of you so much. Hugs, JB

    Z Princess, Dubai, Baby Z, will always love you.

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      Dear Judy B.,

      Thanks for the posts. Love the slideshow photos! Absolutely beautiful horses — I love them all, too. :-)

      Good luck to Dona Bruja in the Beverly D. — safe and sound racing to all!

      Hugs and Love

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    Bonjour Zenyatta,

    So sad to hear that your owners are divorcing. That is a
    tragedy.

    Your lovely girl is getting big; she is so beautiful.

    So happy that this blog will continue as I enjoy seeing photos of
    you and your babies.

    Would love to see a video or two though.

    Lots of love to you and your girl and especially to your owners.

    Lise from Maine

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    Bonjour Zenyatta,

    Enjoyed watching Ziconic’s race (replay) at Del Mar. He almost made it.

    Wow!

    Has Cozmic One raced lately?

    Love to you and your pretty girl.

    Thank you!

    Lise from Maine

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    Bonjour Zenyatta,

    I just went to the Del Mar website and found Cozmic One’s race (race 9) on
    July 23rd.

    Wow!

    He did well, too. He is catching on.

    Love to you, Zenyatta, and your gorgeous girl.

    Lise from Maine

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    ARLINGTON MILLION ON SATURDAY
    Marcus Hersh‏ @DRFHersh ‎9 ‎August, ‎2017
    1st post Sat @ArlingtonRacing 12:15 Central.
    1st stakes Secretariat R7 3:50. Bev D R10 5:35. Million R11 6:19. Pucker Up R12 7:02.

    AIDANOBRIENFANSITE @aobrienfansite
    Ryan Moore confirmed to ride all 3 Ballydoyle horses Rain Goddess Taj Mahal & Deauville at Arlington Park in Saturday night
    7:14 AM – Aug 8, 2017

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      Marcus Hersh‏ @DRFHersh ‎9 ‎August, ‎2017
      Arlington Million
      1. Oak Brook, Sanjur, 30
      2. Oscar Nominated, Geroux, 15
      3. Enterprising, Lanerie, 30
      4. Ghost Hunter, Gonzalez, 30
      5. Deauville, Moore 7-2
      6. Fanciful Angel, Muscutt, 30
      7. The Pizza Man, Ortiz, Jr., 12
      8. Kasaqui, Graham, 10
      9. Scottish, Buick, 8
      10. Beach Patrol, Rosario, 5
      11. Divisidero, Leparoux, 5
      12. Ascend, J. Ortiz, 10
      13. Mekhtaal, Dettori, 9-2

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        Marcus Hersh‏ @DRFHersh ‎9 ‎August, ‎2017
        Beverly D
        1. Dacita, I. Ortiz, 4
        2. Prado’s Sweet Ride, Marquez, Jr., 30
        3. Kitten’s Roar, Geroux, 12
        4. Dona Bruja, Cannon, 7-2
        5. Grand Jete, Rosario, 6
        6. Zipessa, Dettori, 15
        7. Rainha Da Bateria, J. Ortiz, 6
        8. Sarandia, Starke, 30
        9. Hawksmoore, Leparoux, 9-2
        10. Rain Goddess, Moore, 5

        • Marcus Hersh‏ @DRFHersh ‎9 ‎August, ‎2017
          SECRETARIAT STAKES
          1. Afandem, Dettori, 9-2
          2. Sonic Boom, Leparoux, 8
          3. Permian, 4. Oscar Performance, J. Ortiz, 8-5
          5. Gorgeous Kitten, Geroux, 12
          6. Taj Mahal, Moore, 5Buick, 9-5

        • Dear BGG:

          Thanks for all this info. What a lineup of Talent and Beauty for Arlington Million Day. As our Ann said, safe and sound all; Godspeed. Love and Hugs, JB

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    Happy birthday to Mike Smith and Dottie Ingordo Shirreffs —
    2 special members of Team Z share this date – very special Karma!!

    So sorry to hear the Moss’ s news, and I hope the very best for them both moving forward. We are lucky that they have considered this site and this community of fans with so much else going on in their lives.

    This filly is simply beautiful, such a regal head! Did you ever see 3 more gorgeous gals in one photo?

    Hugs to all!
    Annie B.

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        Dear Anne,

        Thanks for the birthday alert! Very Happy Birthday to Dottie and Mike — extra special members of Team Z for sure.

        I agree with you and Ann NC about the 3 gorgeous girls — beautiful inside and out!

        Hugs and Love

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    Happy Birthday to Mike and Dottie. Thanks for the wonderful memories of The Queen as she blazed her trail through racing history.

    Lots of Kittens running Saturday! I’m a fool for Kittens!

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    Happy, happy Birthday to both Dottie and Mike. ???They are two wonderful friends of Zenny and her family and all of us. Finding this blog changed my life, and I will forever be grateful to Dottie for all of the happiness and information she shared with us and for bringing us all together ❤️❤️❤️

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      Happy Birthday Dottie! Happy Birthday Mike! You both deserve only the absolutely best that life can offer. Thank you both for such joy and wonderful memories! Love and hugz. Darlene

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    Dear Judy:Hope you enjoyed your visit with Charlie.A lovely sunny day here but cool.Hovis certainly didn’t look impressed after CNSM’s visit and the ladies hoped Daniel would have worn his lycra!!Goodnight God bless you LM PC HTCap Frank Hercules Bentley Willow and all the sweeties.Love and hugs SheenaX

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      Dear Sheena:

      Oh, I never got to visit Charlie today. Will try again tomorrow. Baked some fresh muffins for him. Have Hovis’ feathers grown back yet? Goodnight. Love and Hugs, JB, LM, PC, HT, Cap, Herc, Frank, Bentley and all the Sweeties.

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    Dear Z Fans:

    Chromie’s little full sister, R Sunday Surprise, just won her Maiden at Del Mar on the Turf. She came through on the rail like a pro. Was her seventh try. Another gorgeous Chestnut! Love and Hugs, JB

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    Dear Mama Z, COZ, ZI, BBG and DC:

    Have a restful evening and Happy Dreams. Love all of you so much. Hugs, JB

    Z Princess, Dubai, Baby Z, will always love you.

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    Happy Birthday Dottie and Mike. You have given all of us Zenyatta fans so much joy. God bless you both.

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    Judy,
    Hope you and your muffins get to visit Charlie today. Know he will be sooo glad to see you and the muffins too.

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