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Ziconic in Yearling Prep

Ziconic. Photo by Tyler Matson.
Ziconic. Photo by Tyler Matson.

Happy Friday!

During our June trip to Lane’s End Farm, we spent a morning with Ziconic and some of the people who oversee his training at the farm. Todd Claunch, Assistant Manager of Lane’s End, and Yearling Manager Peter Sheehan explained the ins and outs of the yearling prep process, which Ziconic started at the beginning of June.

Ziconic enjoys his morning work and the attention he receives. The staff at Lane’s End lovingly refers to him as Z, just like his mom.

In the video below you’ll hear Todd and Peter in conversation with Ann Moss as Ziconic and other yearlings work out in the farm’s walker.

Enjoy!
-Team Z



Ziconic enters the walker. Photo by Tyler Matson.
Ziconic enters the walker. Photo by Tyler Matson.

Photo by Tyler Matson.
Photo by Tyler Matson.

Photo by Tyler Matson.
Photo by Tyler Matson.
Photo by Bob Moyers.
Photo by Bob Moyers.


Photo by Bob Moyers.
Photo by Bob Moyers.

Ziconic with Ann. Photo by Bob Moyers.
Ziconic with Ann. Photo by Tyler Matson.

Photo by Tyler Matson.
Photo by Tyler Matson.

Photo by Tyler Matson.
Photo by Tyler Matson.

Our Experts

todd

Todd Claunch

Assistant General Manager, Lane’s End

Todd graduated from University of Kentucky with a degree in Agricultural Economics. He worked at several small farms before joining Juddmonte Farm in their stallion barn alongside Known Fact and Raft. His experience includes breaking yearlings and prepping them for the sales and foaling mares. In 1990 he joined Lane’s End Farm as a yearling groom, working his way up to Yearling Manager and is currently the Assistant General Manager, overseeing all aspects of the farm.

Peter Sheehan

Yearling Manager, Lane’s End

Peter, originally from Co. Kildare, Ireland started his career in the thoroughbred industry at Derrinstown Stud while he completed his education at the National University of Ireland, Maynooth. After graduating with a degree in geography and math he then completed a post graduate study in statistics. Peter arrived at Lane’s End in 2008 and is currently the Yearling Manager.

Reader Interactions

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    Holy moly! What a beauty!! All 3 of Zenyatta’s babies are a sight to behold. You can always tell when a stallion has stamped his get, but this time Zen has stamped hers. Even though Zi is a chestnut, Momma shines through. Thanks for sharing! ♥

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      Yes! Zenyatta’s stamp. Shazam! Shazam! Shazam! Like mother like son!!!!

      I love you Ziconic, I love Zenny! I love Cozmic, I love you Z princess!
      Ingrid.

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    Thank you so much!!!!!! Love seeing how well he is doing! And he is gorgeous!!! Love his coloring. As I said about Coz, hope this guy has a healthy and safe career and handles himself as well as his mommy has…. All 3 of her babies are turning out so well!

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    So calm and gentle. He acts so grown up already. And only a yearly. He’s going to be the one to watch!

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    July 19 Cherokee Devotional

    It began at dusk, a walk along the edge of the alfalfa field, with a chorus of crickets and the soft rumble of thunder in the distance. A doe stood spellbound with curiosity. Motionless but ready for flight, she watched and waited. The ridges and ravines have not lost their beauty since our grandfathers hunted game and left their arrowheads for later generations. They walked here in the mist, and watched a break in the clouds shoot rose-red color to make rainbows-lovely muted colors with no defined edges. The reflections and subtle shadows hung on until dark snuffed them into a deep, blue haze. The land is wild and beautiful with ancient oaks that could testify to many events. The great horned owl could tell us how its hoot was mimicked by our grandfathers-and how it answered.

    We will never let our hold to this land go…for it would be like throwing away…(our) mother…that gave us birth.
    Aitooweyah

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      Kathy,
      I may not always mention it but I love these posts quoting from Indian Chiefs, this one is especially beautiful. They sure have an appreciation of the beauty of nature. Love it. hugs

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    I’m starting to wonder whether this boy is going to grey out, looking at all those white hairs mixed in at his hip, or if there’s something else causing it. Loving his bend or spots.

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    Oh My Goodness!!! I cannot thank you enough for this delightful blog post and the wonderful photos of our beautiful Ziconic!! He is such a spectacular looking colt and seems so very well put together and moves perfectly. How awesome. Thank you for continuing to let us see into the lives of our Queen Zenyatta and her offspring. We are blessed.

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    Dear Sheena,

    I’m working today, don’t want to miss you. Doesn’t Ziconic look just perfect?!! All is well with the FB furbabies. Have a lovely Saturday. Enjoy your weekend.

    Hugs from me, kisses from Holly, Nikko and Sugar.

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    Dear Kathy.Oh,I got lost in your devotional today.Beautiful.We, in the west,have escaped storms so far,racing delayed at Market Rasen because of thunder.Delays at Heathrow this afternoon,it’s very humid today though.Frankie is doing well on his 1st trip to Saratoga,he was riding in Turkey wednesday,then Doncaster thursday and Saratoga last night phew! The blame game has began with that air disaster, sad to hear there has been looting at the scene.
    I read about Didga in the your cat magazine her trainer Robert Dollwet is from the US originally and trained animals.Didga was a stray and he took about 18 months to get her skateboarding.Have you seen her with her doggy pals on the beach performing to the Happy Song she loves swimming!Poor fubu’s momma is sick but he’s taking good care of her and has reached 11,000!Zoe has lost another friend Myron Wood,he was a bit of a celebrity but had such a happy last day bless him and Daily Dose of Douglas lost his grandpa.Boo,as usual,is loving the weekend well on his way to 15million!Have a great Saturday.Hugs to you,Kisses for Holly,Nikko and Sugar.Sheena.Is’nt Ziconic a beauty!

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    WOW! How he has matured…..he looks incredible! I see Mom Z written all over him :)
    The video and info was absolutely great….THANK YOU! Can’t wait for a CoZ update too!

    Luv & kisses to all those soft noses :)

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    @ Max….
    I know about one sister to WD…..Enchanting Lisa….who is the second? would like to keep track of her too…

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      Carol. Her name is Afleeting Lisa. She’s 2 and has not raced yet. Last I heard, she was spending her time enjoying herself at LoPresti’s farm. He’s try ing to get her out of the paddock and onto the track. Maybe later this year.

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      Enchanting Lisa is a half sister. Casino Dan is a half brother and runs to day in race 9 at the Spa. Also racing in race 9 Battle Force, trained by John Shirreffs and owned by W Farish.

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      Dear Sheena:

      Wow, wonderful to learn so many facts about these beautiful birds. I understand now why Deri and Gwynant remained so quiet and still while they were being ringed. They were doing what Mom was telling them to do. Fascinating, beautiful birds. Thank you. I’m wondering if the chicks at the ball field here are doing as well as D and G. I hope so. Godspeed on your journey Deri and Gwynant.

      Love Al Kazeem. Hope he came out of the race OK. Love and Hugs, JB

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        JudyB and Sheena. Just checked. Al was fourth and not too far back. Charlton says that Al is a bit overweight still and needs more time to get in form. He’s only been back in training since May. Charlton said that the race will do Al some good and they expect improvement. Jockey said that Al seemed relaxed in the post parade and happy to be back racing.
        Free the Moose!

        • Dear Max and Sheena:

          He get ’em next time. Loose The Moose! Love and Hugs, JB

        • Oops. That should be, He’ll get ’em next time. Sorry. Love and Hugs, JB

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    Coz will always be especially precious to me because he is the first and I was a nervous wreck worrying about her foaling. Zi will always be especially precious to me because I was a nervous wreck worrying about her foaling. Z Princess will always be especially precious to me because I was a nervous wreck worrying about her foaling. Do you detect a pattern here? I love Zenny so much and each of her offspring will always be the best. Someday someone will write the story of the racing dynasty known as Zenyatta Nation.

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    The phenomenal AP McCoy has ridden into the record books with a double at Market Rasen today.Now on 4,193 winners 2 more than his friend and mentor Martin Pipe he’s looking towards 4,500!It’s a Gimme had to be treated for exhaustion after his win,it was a very humid day,not exactly jumps weather.He was reported to be well.Congrats AP a gentleman of the sport.Free the Moose.Niss4PM.Sheena.

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      Sheena. AP is modest too. He never calls attention to myself, unlike some other riders who think that the jockey wins a horse race. I hope that the horse who was treated for exhaustion is okay. If it’s too hot and humid here, they often cancel races.
      Free the Moose! Stay cool Moosie.

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    Ziconic is stunning! He’s such a handsome fellow, I love his three white socks and his blaze. I can just picture him now, in his stall snoring and running in his sleep. Too cute! You done good, Zenyatta!!

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    Michelle Kinane on Sat. July 19, 2014
    Bracelet a Montjeu, full sister to Gr2 winner Wading wins the Irish Oaks
    from Volume & Tapestry, top class family of Galileo & Sea The Stars

    What a year for Urban Sea her sons provide the Irish/UK derby & UK oaks winner
    & her daughter provides the winner of the Irish Oaks

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    Dear Max

    I noticed on the owners name today at Saratoga on one of the horses in the first race was the Wiertheimers. Didn’t catch the name of the horse Wonder if that was the famous Wiertheimers. They were in partnership with another owner.

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      Peggy. That horse would be Kamarius. He’s owned by Wertheimer and Frère. That is the two brothers Wertheimer. Frère is the French word for brother.

      .

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    That was the horse that won I think Kamarius. Beautiful horse. I just remembered the flash of name when in the post parade. Great race. Was in and out on that race.
    Thanks again for the info.

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    Go Caroline, Race l0, Saratoga………………………………………………………………………………..

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    Ok, fellow Cappers, are we ready to get started? I already placed my wager. Good luck tomorrow! I let Cindy make the first pick, let’s hope she brings us some luck!

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    Dear Ann:

    As of the 5th Race at Montmouth, Trevor has had 4 mounts; 1 win and 2 seconds. He’s amazing. Love and Hugs, JB

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    ♥ The photos and the video are simply wonderful. Thank you, Team Z! I love all of Zenyatta’s foals, but this one gives me chills, knocks my socks off, takes my breath away. He looks like the real goods. Prayers for a blessed and happy life. ♥

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    What a beauty he is. Thank you so much for all the updates, photos and video you share with us. It means so much to so many. I’m so thrilled Coz is with John and at Belmont.
    I want to wish Battle Force the best of luck today at the Spa!
    Also I hope Casino Dan runs a great second. Happy Racing!
    Great weekend to everyone.

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