Dear fans,
Ziconic is set to run on Saturday at Santa Anita. He’s entered in Race 8, going 1 1/16 on the dirt. He is post 10 of 11 in the field, with Victor Espinoza riding. Post time is approximately 5:30 p.m. PT.
Ziconic has been schooling with his pal Mario, and Dottie sent us these photos. Go Ziconic!
We’d also like to congratulate the winner of our Walk of Champions Gala giveaway, Catherine Simmons of Boonville, IN. See you at the gala, Catherine!
Team Z
Sandy (Northeast Ohio)
Thanks for the great pictures of Ziconic and Mario ♥♥♥♥ Looking forward to seeing him run on Saturday. Godspeed beautiful boy!! Congratulations again to Catherine – you’ve got a great spirit to get on a plane to do this (of course, many of us would have done the same thing :-)
Gail McDaniel
Yes, Congratulations to Catherine.
And Hurrah that Zconic will be running on Saturday. Plan to watch it.
What a beautiful photo indeed taken in front of Zenyatta’s statute at Santa Anita.
GM
Barbara Brayton
Hope Ziconic does well. He is beautiful.
Rose
I can’t wait to see him run again just be sure there are no birds blocking the gate… such a beautiful son of Zenyatta….. good blessings to you Ziconic on race day….
Dani
Was the bird actually a real thing? I couldn’t find anything else on it, and couldn’t tell if it was photos hopped or not…
LauraJ_Cincinnati
It wasn’t photoshopped (probably), but the photo was taken with a telephoto lens. The bird was likely not as close as it appeared. Also, I don’t think it was in front of Ziconic’s gate but farther out. There’s no bird evident in front of his gate in any of the replays or GIFs that I saw. Regardless, I hope he’s had LOTS of gate schooling. Even if there were a bird, it ought not to bother him. Birds are a fact of life in a barn.
Jennifer Greene
Go is luck handsome!
Patty Mongan
Wishes for a SAFE TRIP and wings on his feet. Your mama needs some good news.
Janet Luzell
GOOD LUCK ZICONIC, make mama proud. Wish Mike Smith were up, but Victor is great too. Door your very best Ziconic, just come back healthy. WE WILL ALL BE WATCHING AND ROOTING FOR OUR FAVORITE BOY!!!
Z13Rulz
Mike Smith has another mount in that race. Street to Indy will be racing against Ziconic.
Judy B from Rhode Island
Dear Z13Rulz:
Thanks for this info. As his name indicates, his Grand Sires are Street Cry and AP Indy. Wow! Love and Hugs, JB
Tracy
Such a handsome horse.Have a safe trip!!
patricia jones
run well stay safe
LindaE_Ohio
Good Luck Ziconic! Love the photos of you and Mario. Congratulations to Catherine!
Yvonne Splichal
Can’t wait to see you run on Saturday, Ziconic!!!! Great pics! Have a safe and fun time, Ziconic!
sue and tony
Seeing Ziconic with Mario brings huge smiles! May he have a safe trip and enjoy every moment on the track. Thanks to Team Z for sharing this exciting news with Zenny’s family of forever fans.
Gloria
I’ll be there! Go, baby Z!
Marilyn Braudrick
Go Ziconic !!! We will be there to cheer you on. Hugs and carrots from the Braudricks(Marilyn, Melody and Skip).
sue/Va
Seeing Mario with Ziconic passing Zenny’s statue brought happy tears. I pray he has a great time on Saturday and runs to his full potential. He is such a splendid looking colt…and has the soft eyes of his mom.
Kathleen
Lots of luck, he is such a beauty! Would live to see Mike ride however.
Z13Rulz
Mike’s riding against him on a horse called Street to Indy
Max
You might enjoy this interesting article about Ziconic’s sire. Lots of details about his character and routine.
https://www.thoroughbredracing.com/articles/take-peek-daily-routine-incredible-tapit
Judy B from Rhode Island
Dear Max:
Thank you for this insightful article into the personality of Tapit and his daily routine. He’s just beautiful. He has become snow white. This is a photo of him from when he still had some Gray dapples. I see his conformation in ZI. Love and Hugs, JB
http://c482944.r44.cf2.rackcdn.com/Tapit_1_thumb.jpg
Marshall (NC Broad)
Dear Max,
Enjoyed this article very much! Thanks for posting the link. Tapit is an awesome stallion indeed. What a magically handsome fellow he is. It always amazes how greys can go so white.
It is interesting to know how the order of things revolves around Mr. Tapit! ?
Hugs and Love
Marshall (NC Broad)
Dear Judy B.,
Thanks for posting this photo of Tapit when he was still grey with dapples.
He is definitely a stunning individual! Yes, I can see his conformation in our Red Prince, too.
Hugs and Love
Sophia Gates
Wow. Ziconic really looks like him!
He’s a powerhouse isn’t he.
So many beauties among his offspring too – I love the filly Royal Obsession among so many others.
They look strong as well as fast.
Sandy (Northeast Ohio)
Great article – thanks Max!
Bluegrass Girl
Great article, Max
Thanks for find & posting
Blue
Sue in Indiana
Go Ziconic! Hope Victor is a good fit. Be safe and confident.
shirleeinindy
Didn’t think it was possible, but The Red Prince just gets more handsome every day. Enjoyed both pictures of him as well as the one of him working. I hope he shows his real talent on Saturday but as always, first and foremost, come home safe beautiful red son of the Queen.
Judy B from Rhode Island
Dear Shirlee:
Oh yes, he’s got more muscle and has filled out beautifully. Good racing luck on Saturday ZI! Love and Hugs, JB
Gina Danna
How exciting!!! Thrilled for the news & hope he does great! Thanks for keeping us posted! Love Queen Z and her babies :)
Leslie R.
Good luck Ziconic! Please stay safe, be confident, and have fun. I hope you win.
Thanks Team Z for the beautiful pix! Ziconic is gorgeous!!
Congrats to Catherine! Have fun at the gala.
Hugs to all,
Leslie
Janet
Show them what you can do tough guy!!
sheena.davies(wales)
My God what time will I get to bed sunday morning??Have a safe trip Ziconic and enjoy yourself.Remember what your mama taught you and you’ll never go wrong,Love and hugs SheenaX
Deb E.
Stay safe My Gorgeous Ziconic! Run fast!
Rita
Okay beautiful boy it’s time for a win! May God be with you and bring you in first!! Love you and your Mom and of course all of your connections.
KELLY GODBEE
Good luck on your voyage to the finish line…God Speed!
Catherine Uher
Love, love, love seeing these pictures of Ziconic and Mario!!! So nice to see Mario smiling!!! Can’t wait to see Ziconic run on Saturday!!! May he have a safe trip and run like the wind…or his mama and blow the field away!!! ?????????
Marshall (NC Broad)
Thanks for the photos, Team Z. Great pix, Dottie!
The very Best of Luck to you Ziconic, you gorgeous boy! Run your race and be safe at the finish. You and Victor can do it — even from post 10!
Ziconic does get more handsome as time goes by. I didn’t think he could get more beautiful, but he surely is. Loved seeing him with Mario, too.
Hugs and Love
ed
Good looking colt….Have a safe trip Z-boy….do your mama proud.
Kimberly
I will definitely be in the grandstand!!Good luck Ziconic!!! Tough post position! Run like the wind just like your momma!!!
Ingrid Arnone
God be with you Ziconic !!!!
Good luck !!!!
I love you !!!!
Thank you for the up date and photos !!!!
Kathy B.
He’s posing for the camera just like his mom!