VERSAILLES, KY — (April 13, 2016) It is with heavy hearts that Team Zenyatta and Lane’s End Farm must announce the passing of Zenyatta’s 2016 foal by War Front. His death occurred at approximately 9:00 am this morning due to complications of meconium aspiration syndrome. We express our deep gratitude to Dr. Peter Morresey and the professionals at Rood & Riddle Equine Hospital who worked tirelessly to support the mare and foal. Zenyatta is in good health and back home at Lane’s End Farm.
Update — 5:30 pm
Zenyatta has returned to the field that is her original home at Lane’s End. She has been paired with the mare Vixana, who is also owned by Jerry and Ann Moss. Zenyatta and Vixana are the same age, and they trained together under John Shirreffs at Barn 55. The two are becoming reacquainted and have already shared a drink at the water bowl.
Stephanie Lambert
No words I say here can ease the pain and heartbreak that the Owners and Connections of Zenyatta are feeling, this especially after loosing her filly. I can only say that every person in the industry and every person who loves horses hurts for their loss. All my heart, all my tears and all my prayers for them.
Victoria Meyst
I am so sorry to hear such sad news. This is hard on Zenyatta and all of you woderful folks. Rip little foal. Zenyatta will have another and he will b a great champion I predict.
Suzanne bomamarte
We are so sorry kiss zenny for us
Tippi
To me he was Mr . Earz, so cute, so young. Prayers and sympathy to all. Life is so unpredictable, so go hug a loved one today, for we know not what tomorrow will bring.
Ken Hamilton
I am so saddened to hear this news. May God comfort Zenyatta and all of her family who take such good care of her and God bless the veterinarians who tried so hard to save this precious little colt.
Rosemary McCauley
Deepest sympathy to Zenyatta and all who love and care for her for the loss of her newborn colt.
Kathryn Dube
What a tragic loss! Much as I love thoroughbred racing, it all too often breaks our hearts, including mine! Condolences to all, especially Zenyatta and her owners!
Sally Blank
I am finally able to get on the blog to express my sorrow for the loss of this dear sweet 3rd colt of Zenyatta’s. It is so heartbreaking for me so I hope you know, Ann & Jerry and Lane’s End, how devastated I am for you. Praying for all and praying and thinking of Zenyatta.
With love,
Sally B
Ida Lee
So precious …. I can’t stop crying…. Lord, please wrap your arms around Zenyatta and protect her from harm.
Virginia Loughner
So sad for Ann and Jerry who were so excited and full of anticipation for the new foal and now feel heartbreak instead. Only God knows why. I hope for peace and comfort to all those who were so eager to see this little guy.
Amanda V
My heart breaks for you all, find strength in each other
Anne from Paramount, CA
Condolences to everyone. Heartbreaking news. Thinking of you all, especially Zenyatta. Once again, thank you Team Z for keeping us in the loop even when the news is as sad as this is. A friend yesterday told me she had joined a grief support group (for her own issues) and now unfortunately this has become our own special grief support group. It’s good that we can “talk” to each other. Appreciate it very much.
Sandy (Northeast Ohio)
Amen, Anne ❤️
The J & L Mason's
Dear Ann, Jerry, Zenyatta and all that care for and love her,
We send our prayers and condolences to you all for the loss of that special little Z 16.
Hoping mostly for an understanding for the Queen Z , love and hugs to her. An orphan
foal might help her heart, ought to be available in the land of horse babies. Just a thought.
Lee McKenney
I am so, so sorry to hear this news. Heartbreaking. Thank goodness Zenyatta is OK. My condolences to Ann and Jerry.
Carlene Lee
I am so devastated about the loss of Z16. Poor baby boy. God bless his incredibly caring owners and the whole team during this heartbreaking time. Poor Zenyatta. We love you girl, and we are so sorry.
Sharon Lozier
How sad for the owners and care givers.
Donna Alsabrook
There are no words, only tears, for everyone whose heart is broken including mine but especially for our Zenny who is missing her baby more than we will ever know.
Donna in Wyoming
Leslie R.
Dear Zenyatta, Jerry, Ann and all of Team Z – I’m heartbroken. My deepest sympathy. I believe that Grandma V is watching over Z Princess and now Baby Z too. This is a very tragic day. I’m so, so sorry. Please give Zenyatta a big hug from me. I’m keeping all of you in my thoughts.
Love to all,
Leslie
Sylvia S Fl Mom Mom
Please accept my sincere condolences on the passing of your precious Z16.
Susan Reierson
After such a long wait for this beautiful guy such a sad outcome. Thoughts for the Mosses, Sheriffs, Lane’s End and Rood and Riddle. Just a sad day……
Susan Reierson
And of course Zenny too. Glad to see she is out with a friend and her beloved Ann.
Laura Bennett Peterson
A devastating and heartbreaking loss for Zenyatta, her devoted owners and caretakers, and all who love this most special of all horses. R.i.p. for her beautiful colt, who looked so much like his mother. May time heal this tragic wound.
sheena.davies(wales)
DearTeam Z.I have had great difficulty in accessing the blog which is only natural with the tragic news you posted.My deepest sympathy to Ann&Jerry Moss all the carers at Lane’s End and the vets who fought so hard to save the foal but I reserve most of my sorrow for our beloved Zenyatta who.after such a long pregnancy has no sweet foal to love and nuture.She will understand she has lost something very precious.I am happy she is well and has returned home.The Prince and Z Princess have met now in Heaven and flights of Angels sing thee to thy rest.Love and Hugs SheenaXOXO
Max
This is a very sad time. This baby colt was loved by everyone at first sight like his sister and his brothers. My deepest sympathy to Jerry and Ann Moss, and the entire Team Z family. May fate be much kinder to very good people and a great racing mare and mother in the future. RIP 16Z.
Vicki B. near Hollywood Park
Well said, Max. It is just so sad. I am glad Ann is there with Zenny.
Judy B from Rhode Island
Dear Max:
Amen. Love and Hugs, JB
Gina M
Bless his little heart. My deepest condolences to Team Zenyatta and all who love her. My prayers and thoughts are with you. May the Lord give you all strength at this very sad time.
Denise
My heart hurts for the Mosses, Lane’s End and all of Lady Zenyatta’s caretakers and friends. Will the colt be given a name and will he be buried at Lane’s End?
Pattie
Once again, our Hearts Grieve with Ann, Jerry and Zenyatta. My Deepest Sympathy to all who love and care for Queen Zenyatta. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
I too find some comfort in knowing, Grandma Vertigineux is watching over Z Princess and Z Prince while Grandpa Street Cry teaches them to race the wind in Heaven.
May God Bless Them ALL.
Lora D. in WV
Like so many others, I’m heartbroken by this horrible news. Sending my thoughts and sympathies to the Moss’s, Team Zenyatta and everyone involved.
Dorothy Thrasher
I, as everyone, am so sad about the loss of this precious, much anticipated foal. Thanks to all the team for trying to save him. Hopefully fate will smile on the Queen and her future babies. Hugs to everyone.
Tammy Muck
Very,very sad to lose another weanling but thank God Zenyatta is ok!❤
Julianne McWhirter
No words can express the deep sorrow all of us of Team Zenny is feeling right now. The hope he brought us from missing Z Princess is just heartbreaking. I can only thank Team Z for keeping us in the loop with the extreme highs and lows of our favorite thoroughbred. What great loving owners to include Z’s biggest fans in her daily life making us feel part of an extended family. Prayers to baby Z16. Love and hugs to the Mosses.