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Cozmic One

Coz & Isabela: An Update

Isabela and Cozmic One in the show ring this summer. Photo by Shawn McMillan.

Cozmic One retired from the track in 2017 to embark on a second career as a hunter/jumper. He is trained and managed by Isabela de Sousa and her father, Sergio, at De Sousa Stables in Lexington, Kentucky. Notably, Isabela and Coz appeared together at the 2018 Retired Racehorse Project Thoroughbred Makeover.

Paulick Report recently published an article about their progress that can be read here, and Isabela has this exclusive update for Coz’s fans:

Coz had some time off last year, and then we turned him out for the winter, like we do with all of our Thoroughbreds. The break helped him mature mentally and physically since the 2018 Thoroughbred Makeover.

Isabela and Coz. Photo by Kaitlyn Karssen.

We had our first show back together in June of this year, and I can’t say too many good things about his performance at that show. Ever since he came back into work I told my dad, “I really want to work on the basics, make him stronger, and help him be the best he can be.” By that I mean we are doing a lot of flat work to make him straight, lateral work to keep him flexible, and gymnastics and grids to help the shape of his jump so that he can use himself better.

As everyone knows, Coz has a very strong personality and can be tricky to ride—this improves as he matures mentally, and he is making a lot of progress. He’s a big horse, and he has the coordination that his size requires. We have been jumping him so small for a long time, so he doesn’t try too hard over the jumps, which is okay. At home we just work on the shape of the jump, as the height never really daunted him.

My dad has taken over the reins for now, since I am heading off to college. I’ll still ride him when I can. We aren’t worried about how far he will go in his new career, it’s his “retirement” and we want him to enjoy himself without any pressure. With all the shows being canceled I’m not sure when Coz and my dad will be making their debut, but I certainly know they enjoy each other, and he is a happy horse!

-Isabela de Sousa

Left by Shawn McMillan; Right by Kaitlyn Karssen
Photo by Kaitlyn Karssen

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    According to the article, she can’t be bred to Frankel due to the bloodlines being too close. She will be bred to Kingman.

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      Dear Barbara:

      I read that Kingman will be her first mate, but I missed the Frankel bit. That’s too bad. I know they share Galileo. love and Hugs, JB

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    Dear Z Fans:

    Just went to the Forum to check on TT’s I’myoursugardadddy. He was the only remaining foal if TT’s and afternoon being rescued from the track was living on the grounds of the Boys Republic School in Chino Hills, CA.

    Sadly there was a post stating that last year he sustained injuries in the paddock that were so severe he had to be euthanized. RIP beautiful boy.

    TT and her little ones were unlucky in this life. May they run free in Gods Heaven. Love and Hugs, JB

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    Dear Z Fans:

    Oops: that should be “of TT’s and after being rescued”. Sorry about that. Love and Hugs, JB

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      Dear Judy,
      This is such sad news. TT was so faithful to Z — we will never forget her. She had only two foals, and now both are with her. I am very sad that I’myoursugardaddy suffered this fate. ?
      Thank you for letting us know, JB. RIP beautiful one.
      Hugs and Love

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    Dear Zenyatta fans

    Winx has lost her foal. Connections have just reported the tragic news, but say she is well and their top concern. Hugs and love KathyR

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    Dear Zenyatta fans

    More details on Winx are available on the Forum site where some folk have posted subscription only papers that I can’t access.KathyR

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    So glad that Enable is being retired sound. Will miss her on the track. Hope her baby with Kingman is wonderful.

    Right now, I would vote for Swiss Skydiver for Horse of the Year!

    Hope all of you all are staying safe and sane during this stressful time.

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      Dear Shirlee:

      Will look forward to Enable’s little ones. Wishing her long, healthy life as a Mama.

      I think Sky is in the running for sure. Stay well. Love and Hugs, JB

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    HAPPY BIRTHDAY today to our treasured Zster, Ann (NC)!! Hope you have a wonderful day and a great year. Thanks for all of the knowledge you share and the smiles you bring?
    ❤️??????❤️

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      Dear Sandy and JB,
      Thanks for the Bday wishes. I hear there is an ice cream cake coming my way! The critters can’t wait. My early gift was from Swiss Skydiver.
      Luv ya. MWAH!!!!!

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        Dear Ann:

        Those little critters are smart; yum ice cream cake. Enjoy your Birthday. Sky Rules!
        Love and Hugs, JB???

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        Dear Neighbor Ann,

        Hope you have had a most enjoyable HAPPY BIRTHDAY, my friend❣️
        That ice cream cake sounds delish — yum. Enjoy!
        All the very Best Wishes, Always. ? ? ? ?

        Big Hugs and Love

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    Bloodhorse article states that Winx lost her foal, a filly. Sad for her. Hope she recovers quickly, wishing her all the best.

    Sorry to hear about TT’s last offspring. They are together now. RIP

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    Oh my, so sad to read that Winx lost her little one. Speaking of which, before I had to start dodging fires, it seems like I read that Zenny might have been bred back to Candy Ride. Has anyone heard anymore about that possibility? We’ve actually had a drop or two of rain in our area and even a flake or two of snow up on Mt. Bachelor and a slight chance of a flake or two of snow down a bit where we are. The best news of all however is that all the fires are either completely out or completely contained. PHEW! maybe now I can get back to enjoying my visits to this blog.

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      Dear Barbara and Martha:

      First Martha, glad you are safe and the fires are contained.

      OMG Barbara, I’m so sad for Winx, her little filly and her owners and fans. Hope she recovers completely and soon.

      Yes, hopefully she is with TT, her babes, Z Princess, Z16 and Z18 in Heaven. Love and Hugs, JB

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    Dear Kathy R and Z Fans:

    Just read the owner’s press release on the Forum. Doesn’t state what caused the loss of Winx’s filly. Could be same as why Z lost Z16 (meconium aspiration) or Z18 (abortion caused by infection) or another issue, of course. The press release indicated future info at an appropriate time. Praying Winx is OK. Love and Hugs, JB

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      Dear Judy, Barbara and Martha,

      So sorry to learn that Winx lost her foal. Condolences to all connections and best wishes to Winx for complete recovery.
      Thank you all for the update and for the article, Judy. 2020 continues to add to its long list of sadness. ?

      Hugs and Love

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    How sad I am for Winx and all her connections! Such an amazing mare. Look forward to a much happier outcome in the future.

    Much love to Zenny and her precious ones.

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    Racing world here in shock – not used to seeing Winx a loser so hoping for more news on how she is progressing. Feel sure that stable will keep us up to to date. Hugs KathyR

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    Dear Judy, Barbara and Martha

    This sad year continues. But feel sure Winx little girl will be loved by all who meet her. Nice to think of TT with her babies though.Hugs KathyR

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    Another HAPPY BIRTHDAY – this time to our friend Debbie G from Lexington. Debbie is the champion tour guide and has been SO kind to so many Lexington visitors (and a great friend which is the most important thing). Wishing her well today and in the year ahead!
    ????❤️

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    Dear Debbie G:

    Adding my Happy Birthday wishes to Sandy’s and Marshall’s. Enjoy your special day! Love and Hugs, JB

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    Dear Z Fans:

    Oh my, this is the full interview and Frankie is truly emotional when talking about saying goodbye to Enable. He’s happy for her, but sad too. What a bond they have. Reminds me of Mikey and Z. Love and Hugs, JB

    https://youtu.be/hlZBOjcfJwc

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    Dear Judy,
    Thanks for the great videos. Frankie truly loves Enable! They were quite a team and will be missed, but it is good that this beautiful mare is sound and healthy as she heads to retirement. Frankie will visit, I’m sure, and he will bring her some Polos mints, too. Sweet❣️
    Yes, I have thought of Sheena, too. Thanks for posting the 2018 Breeder’s Cup win by Enable and Frankie in honor of our dear Welsh friend.

    Hugs and Love

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    Late Happy Birthday wishes to Ann and Debbie. Hope you both had wonderful days.
    So sad about Winx little girl. Hopefully, she can have another baby.

    Just read that my boy Nadal is going to Japan. I was so hoping he would end up at Claiborne with Dad! From what I have read Shadi takes very good care of their horses. Good luck to Nadal and dates with lots of pretty ladies.

    Hope all of you remain healthy. My neighbors are recovering from Covid. Thankfully they did not have to be hospitalized.

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        Dear Shirlee:

        Was sad to read hat Nadal is going to Japan. Same farm as Chrome I think.

        One of Chrome’s babies, California Martini, finished second at Thistledowns in a MSW earlier this week.

        Glad your neighbors are recovering at home. Stay safe. Love and Hugs, JB

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    Good luck, good care and a good life to handsome Nadal.
    Sorry to see him leave the country, but hope he will be loved and that he enjoys his new career. Best Wishes to him, always and to our boy Chrome, too!

    Hugs and Love

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      Dear Judy,
      Thanks for posting Steve Haskin’s article — brilliant as always!
      Yes indeed there are quite a number of awesome fillies and mares this year.
      Continued good health to all of them, and may each of them “run like a girl” in their races!

      Hugs and Love ❤️

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      Judy,
      Thanks for posting Steve’s article. He is so spot on. This is the year of the fillies and mares. Thanks to Fox Sports 1 & 2, I have seen all of them race. They sure are better than the boys. Swiss Skydiver is The Horse of the Year!

      Cold in Indy and we had frost this morning but the sun is out now.

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    Just a little funny for y’all for today:
    One of my friends in Lexington worked for a company that insured stallion fertility. She called it Is Your Stud a Dud? We laughed about this. Hope y’all get a little chuckle.

    Any news on when Zellda might start?

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      Dear Shirlee:

      Too cute and funny! Chuckles and laughs are in great demand just now. Thank you.

      I checked ZEL’s Equibase chart just yesterday. No Workouts at all and even the Workout heading was gone.

      There are posts on the Forum speculating whether she will start at all. We’ll have to wait for official word. Happy, healthy life to the beautiful little darling whatever her future holds. Love and Hugs, JB

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      Dear Sandy
      Not sure any more what posts of mine appear – have three on this page “awaiting moderation” but thanks for Hovis. Poor fellow, it sounds bleak, think his Mum is trying to be brave. Hope this posts. Hugs KathyR

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      Dear Sandy,
      Thanks for the Hovis diary this week. He still has his humor intact, but I agree with you that it sounds very dicey. I hope he has many more chapters to write.
      Continued positive thoughts and prayers for relief and healing to our hero. Stay strong Karen. ?

      Hugs and Love ?

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