We are happy to officially announce the name of Zenyatta’s 2020 filly, ZILKHA. The name, Ann says, “is strong and beautiful and was inspired by a woman who was as well.”
Though it wasn’t intentional, we’re tickled to note that Zenyatta, Zellda, and Zilkha share the first and last letters of their names.
Already the queen of her paddock, Zilkha is taller than average and loves to be scratched in all the same places as her mom. Those who work with her at Lanes End say they’re more impressed with her every day.
We can’t wait to see what Zilkha’s future holds!
shirleeinindy
She sure is a pretty and sturdy built little girl. A chestnut like Ziconic, the Red Prince. Guess she will have to be the Red Princess! Good health to her and a brilliant future. Could she be The One?
Mary Mc
She is Gorgeous! But she is missing her mother’s ears!
Jana Wiley
Watch for this one! Begging and pleading to not stress out joints too soon. This one could last on if cared for. There is speed in there.
Martha Fosdick
My last comment didn’t seem to get through but I’ll try one again. ZILKHA is indeed a lovely name for a lovely little lady. She looks like she will certainly be able to make her mama proud even without the ears. Even though this comes belatedly
since it didn’t come through the first time, I wanted to be sure my condolences to everyone connected with the Queen and her/their loss was recorded.
Barbara Brayton
Wow, Zillka looks great. Best of luck for her moving forward. Cute picture with the dog.
judy berube
Dear Z Fans and Mary MC:
Here’s a video of Daddy, Candy Ride, at Lane’s End. Mary, Zilkha does have his ears. Love and Hugs, JB
https://www.youtube.com/watch?app=desktop&v=i9AcddAAugc
Vampressqueen Sue Colvin
Yes. She does.?
For once 1 of her babies doesnt have her ears. Still adorable tho?.
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judy berube
Dear Z, COZ, ZI, ZEL, ZIL and DC:
Goodnight and Happy Dreams. Love and Hugs, JB
Anita from SoCal
Zilkha. What a beauty! Love her. Thanks for the pix!
Dee in the Hudson Valley
Thank you, Lane’s End, for sharing these delightful photos to cheer up all of us!
What a gorgeous chestnut girl with one white bobby sock — and her name is fit for a princess indeed!!
Linda Parker-Fedak
What a beauty! I am breathless just looking at her pictures! Pretty face, but built like a powerhouse! She will be awesome when she grows up! Thank you for showing her to us!❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️Give her a hug and kiss from me, please?
Deana
WOW, WOW, WOW! She looks fantastic, so happy that you shared Zilkha with us! She is beautiful and what a classy presence she has about her! Wishing Zenyatta and Zilkha all the best in health and happiness. I love ❤️ them both so much.
Cynthia Holt
I am blown-away and am in love…again. What a presence! And her beautiful and unique name suits her. She is a Queen’s daughter, no doubt.
Marilu Villanueva
Thank you for the pictures Team Z. Zilka Looks so sweet and beautiful with her doggie friend. Stay safe and strong dear Zilka.
We love you Zenyatta and all your beautiful babies. Rest well. Love and Hugs!!
judy berube
Dear Z, COZ, ZI, ZEL, ZIL and DC:
Love and Hugs, JB
Donna Gail Heim
Thank you so much for the lovely pictures of Zenny’s girl. She has a face so much like her mom. We’ll all be rooting for her as she progresses. Love to all and thanks again.
Rita Pierce
Zilkha is one beautiful girl!! Her coat is beautiful and thick, she is also a big girl like her Mom. I am pretty sure she will be the one going far with her racing career. I wish her all the best in the world whatever she does or they choose for her to do. Love these girls and all of Zens family.
Ayleyaell
Wonderful name, Ann! Zilkha has the best confirmation of all Zenyatta’s foals, IMHO. She’s just lovely!
shirleeinindy
Hate to be a “Debbie Downer” but Bloodhorse.com just announced that Gamine has been disqualified from the Oaks because of a medicine violation. Baffert fined.
On a happier note. Our Red Princess is beautiful and looks a bit like Ziconic. Hopefully, I will learn to pronounce her name by the time she starts to race.
Everyone stay warm. We have very cold weather forecast for the next week with snow!
Get my second Covid vaccine shot on Sunday. Hope the side effects aren’t too bad. Can’t be as bad as the virus itself! Hope all of y’all are getting your vaccinations.
judy berube
Dear Shirlee:
Feel so bad for Gamine. Beautiful girl. Love and Hugs, JB
Sandy (Northeast Ohio)
Happy Friday everyone! Hovis seems to have had a fairly good week (not that it has stopped him from taking pot shots at his Mum, of course).
https://www.horseandhound.co.uk/blog/hovis-friday-diary-i-remain-at-peace-with-the-fact-i-am-big-boned-736857
Like Shirlee, we are getting reading for some VERY cold weather here which will not help the ice from yesterday go away anytime soon – arrrrrrgh!). At least we have some Derby prep races to amuse us tomorrow. Stay safe and well!
Sandy
Marshall (NC Broad)
Dear Sandy,
Thanks for the hilarious Hovis “stand-up comedy”!! This one is definitely a classic — I am still giggling at his clever imagery. Laughter is certainly a balm for the soul these days❣️
Hope you and Shirley stay warm — we are due to get more gross liquid precipitation as usual. Bah, what I wouldn’t give for frozen ground instead of squishy, muddy ooze!
Hugs and Love
Sally B. (cherish
OMG This was so funny!! I needed this. Thank you Sandy!
hugs, Sally B
Kathleen Marsh
What a beautiful young lady!!!
judy berube
Dear Sandy, Shirlee, Marshall and Z Fans:
We’re expecting cold temps and more snow here too.
Sandy, thanks for our Friday Hovis update and the smiles.
Stay safe and warm everyone. Love and Hugs, JB
judy berube
Dear Z, COZ, ZI, ZEL, ZIL and DC:
Stay comfy and cozy in your stalls. Love You. Hugs, JB
judy berube
Dear Z Fans:
One to watch on Saturday. Bezos, a three year old son of Empire Maker, makes his first start at SA for Bob Baffert. Mikey will be aboard. Godspeed beautiful boy.
Love and Hugs, JB
https://www.bloodhorse.com/horse-racing/articles/246054/worst-kept-secret-bezos-set-for-long-awaited-debut
judy berube
OOPs: Correction; Bezos goes on Sunday, Race 5. Sorry about that.
Love and Hugs, JB
Kathy
Dear Judy,
We will be watching! Best of luck, Bezos and Mikey!
Hugs, Kathy
judy berube
Dear Kathy:
I posted the replay of Bezos and Mikey’s race below. Will have to watch his next start. Love and Hugs, JB
mary
Thank you, thank you, for finally giving us some news about Zenyatta’s filly. I’ve been so anxious for any news about her, and the name is a pretty one.
Question; is the ‘h’ silent? Is it pronounced Zilka?
I think its so fun to keep with the ‘Z’.
And, how is Zellda doing?
Love and prayers to all the Zenyatta family.
mary
Marshall (NC Broad)
Mary,
Lindal posted on the previous blog entry that Zellda had a workout at Santa Anita on January 30th. That’s the latest news on lovely Zellda. Hope we hear more about her soon.
Hugs and Love
judy berube
Dear Marshall, Mary and Z Fans:
I keep checking on ZELLDA’s Equibase page under Workouts to see the time of the work, but nothing’s listed. I guess it wasn’t an official timed work. Will keep looking. Love and Hugs, JB
mary
thank you to both of you. I’m not good at replying, so I hope you got my thank you,
mary
Kris O / Illinois
Judy, I keep checking Equibase as well!
mary
thank you for the message /info
judy berube
Dear Mary:
You’re so welcome. Love and Hugs, JB
judy berube
Dear Kris:
Maybe we’ll see some recorded works soon. Zellda is such a Sweetheart. love and Hugs, JB
judy berube
Dear Z, COZ, ZI, ZEL, ZIL and DC:
Have a lovely day and a peaceful evening. Happy Dreams. Love You. Hugs, JB
Ingrid Arnone
Oh wow she is so beautiful!??❤❤ thanks for letting us know her name, love her name???? Big hugs love you!
Sally B. (cherish
I am so thrilled to see Zilkha as she looks so pretty and possesses true substance.
I love you Zenyatta and every beautiful precious foal you have had.
Always wishing you and your foals the best in the future.
Luv and kisses,
Auntie Sally B
John Walsh
Isn’t Zilkha just the cutest thing!!! And she’s so big already haha, Love the name!! Thanks for the great pictures!!! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Vicki
Thanks for sharing this. I’ve been wondering what this little girl has been up to. She’s a beauty!
judy berube
Dear Z, COZ, ZI, ZEL, ZIL and DC:
Goodnight and Happy Dreams. Love all of you so much. Hugs, JB