Happy Friday!
Ann’s recent trip to Lane’s End was all smiles as old friends were reunited. Mario and Carmen, who both worked with Zenyatta at Barn 55, joined Ann and got to meet Zenyatta’s 2017 Medaglia d’Oro filly. Scroll down for lots of photos.
Friday Photos
Debbie
Oh these photos just made my day, actually my month:)
Thank you thank you!!! You all look so happy to be with each other!
Just sooo precious!!! Xoxoxo
Sue
I had to go.e back and look at these wonderful pictures again. Alys such a great job capturing the . moments. Such a fun day!
Ingrid Arnone
OH…Wow…Love the photos…..!!!
Thank you dear Ann you are a wonderful lady…!!!
Big hugs Ingrid.
Hockeyjockey
so wonderful that Mario and Carmen get to visit
Z.. you know that must make Z so happy!
Great Pictures.. ty for sharing with her Fans.
Tpkr
Oh wow, these pixs really warm my heart seeing Ann so happy to be with her Z and her sweet filly. So happy Mario and Carmen got to tag along since it’s probably been awhile for them but they all look so incredibly happy to be there. Best medicine for Ann during what I’m sure is a very difficult time. Love to you all!
Bluegrass Girl
Buick taken to hospital as Permian fatally injured in Secretariat Stakes
By David Baxter RacingPost AUG 13 2017
William Buick was taken to hospital after being unseated after the line from Permian in the Secretariat Stakes, with the Mark Johnston-trained colt suffering a fatal injury.
Later in article
Buick was taken to Northwest Community Hospital, and it was later reported by the Daily Racing Form that he had suffered a fractured T12 vertabra, with the jockey complaining of lower back pain.
https://www.racingpost.com/news/news/jockey-taken-to-hospital-as-permian-fatally-injured-in-secretariat-stakes/296735
Ann NC
So sad. RIP, Permian.
Power Up, William.
sheena.davies(wales)
Wishing William Buick well.It seems Permian crossed the line in last place when he unshipped Buick.It was found out he had sadly broken his leg I do hope he was not in pain during the race.Such a tragic waste of a horse’s life.Sleep tight and PU William
Marshall (NC Broad)
Dear Sheena,
I, too, hope Permian was not in pain during the race, poor baby. This is so very sad and upsetting. Rest in Peace, brave Permian. Condolences to all connections — another beautiful soul has moved on. :-(
Best wishes to William Buick for a speedy recovery.
Hugs and Love
Susan in Fl
Such wonderful pictures! Thank you for sharing! Looks like a fun day by all! Peace & Happiness
sheena.davies(wales)
On this day in 2010 Frankel broke his maiden at Newmarket the rest as they say…The horse he beat Nathaniel is the sire of the fabulous Enable.
Good luck to Thunder Snow in the Jacques de Marois today.
Marshall (NC Broad)
Dear Sheena,
Congrats to Dettori riding Al Wakair in the Jacques de Marois! Thunder Snow was SO close — it was almost a three-way dead heat. Congrats to Thunder Snow on a very close third and to Inns of Court on placing second.
Hugs and Love
sheena.davies(wales)
If it’s sunday it must Ireland for Ryan and France for Frankie.A bit of Dettorri magic as Al Wakair wins the Jacques de Marois in a photo finish and Aidan wins his 16th group one with Sioux Nation(Scat daddy) in the Phoenix and another for Scat Daddy as Mendelssohn wins.Congratulations to all connections.
Max
The racing gods work in mysterious ways. O’Brien was locked out of any wins on the US turf this weekend. Two grade 1 wins were taken by Chad Brown, former apprentice to Bobby Frankel, who holds the record for most grade 1 wins in a year. I’m hoping that Frankel keeps his record.
sheena.davies(wales)
Yes a better day for Aidan and the Scat Daddies,I hope Hawkbill stays safe still finding Permian’s loss difficult.i had seen some of the criticism on social media Mark’s son is a qualified vet and not inexperienced.I may have disagreed with him sending Permian on such a long journey but horses travel the world these days.Maybe William should have pulled him up.I haven’t seen the race and don’t want to so I cannot really comment too much.Bobby will hold on that record awhile longer I think.
Max
It looks like Hawkbill will be at Woodbine for awhile because those races are fairly far apart. He won’t be shipping in and leaving right away so that it will be less stressful on the horse. They also have a large off track gallops area there too. It’s more than just barns and a track. Joshua Tree, a world traveller, was a consistent big winner at Woodbine.
It seems to have been very bad luck for Peri and Buick. Last I read Buick is out of action for some time with a broken vertebrae. Don’t know the rules at Arlington, but the on site track vet was probably also involved in the decision. Very sad to lose a horse with so much promise or any horse. I’m still upset about Caixa and it’s been years. Ben too.
judy berube
Dear Max and Sheena:
Like both of you, never get over a tragic loss either.
Hoping Bobby F holds on to the record; but if that’s not what the racing Gods have in store, would be nice if it’s Bobby’s protege, CB, who does it. Love and Hugs, JB
Max
By my count, Brown has 8 grade 1s so far. O’Brien has 16.
If anyone can come close to Frankel or beat him, it would be O’Brien. It’s much more unlikely that Brown can overtake Frankel who had 25 wins, an unbelievable record. O’Brien is backed by Ballydoyle which is the largest racing operation in the world and which explains his high numbers. There is also a lot more competition in the US and Canada, so that one trainer can rarely dominate here to the extent that Frankel did with his wins. This shows what an incredible trainer Bobby Frankel was. And a great human being who cared deeply for animals, horses and dogs.
judy berube
Dear Max:
What you say makes perfect sense. AO’B has a real head start on CB and also, he has horses everywhere. Still, hope Bobby’s record holds. He was one of the trainers I always did and will admire. He truly loved horses and dogs. Love and Hugs, JB
Max
I’m just hoping that the racing gods give some grade 1s to other people like Stoute or Fabre or Darley. Anybody but O’Brien. Frankel should keep his record.
judy berube
Dear Sheena:
Thanks for this news. Congrats to Al Wakair and Frankie D and to A O’B, Sioux Nation and Mendelssohn. Scat Daddy must be so proud of his boys. Love and Hugs, JB
Bluegrass Girl
Abel Tasman maybe for Cotillion
Jay Privman @DRFPrivman 13 August, 2017
G1, $1 million Cotillion at @parxracing 9-23 strongly under consideration for Abel Tasman “if I don’t run before that,” per Baffert.
Bluegrass Girl
Songbird to Race
David Grening @DRFGrening 13 August, 2017
Songbird will run in G1 Personal Ensign at Saratoga
on Aug. 26, owner Rick Porter said.
Bluegrass Girl
Tim Wilkin @tjwilkin Sunday, 13 August, 2017
Porter said Songbird won’t run vs colts.
“At this stage of her career, I don’t see it,” he said.
Bluegrass Girl
Tim Wilkin @tjwilkin Sunday, 13 August, 2017
Porter hopes to run @SongbirdFilly next year as 5-year-old.
“If she is still at top level, I’ll definitely run her. That’s the plan.”
Bluegrass Girl
Tim Wilkin @tjwilkin Sunday, 13 August, 2017
Porter said after Personal Ensign, Songbird will run in Zenyatta Stakes at Santa Anita
and then the BCup Distaff to end year.
Donna Z
Tim Wilkin is a sports reporter for one of the local newspapers here, the Albany Times Union in Albany, NY. We are about 25 mins. south of Saratoga.
Bluegrass Girl
Excellent interview with Mark Johnson
Johnston pays tribute to Permian and hits out at social media critics
By Graham Dench RacingPost August 13, 2017
https://www.racingpost.com/news/news/johnston-pays-tribute-to-permian-and-hits-out-at-social-media-critics/296766
Max
Good article.
judy berube
Dear BGG:
Thanks for posting this and all the articles that you share with us. Love and Hugs, JB
Max
One of my favorite chestnuts is heading to Woodbine for the fall races. That’s a nice place for a chestnut. Good luck to Hawkbill.
https://www.racingpost.com/news/international/hawkbill-still-on-course-for-canada-despite-group-1-defeat-in-berlin/296751
Marshall (NC Broad)
Yay for chestnuts!
Good luck at Woodbine in the fall, Hawkbill. Safe and sound always.
Hugs and Love
Max
Hawkbill is a Kitten. Love those chestnut Kittens.
judy berube
Godspeed Hawkbill! Love those Kittens too. Love and Hugs, JB
Max
From Z’s distaff family, Big, Bad D. Never forgotten.
https://www.paulickreport.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/08/PRS.FAS_.8.13.17.FINAL_.pdf
Ann NC
Big D!
Thanks for sharing this about sweet, precious, one of a kind, Dynaformer. Handsome, too.
Max
Agree. Handsome and impressive.
judy berube
Dear Max:
After reading the article you posted on Dynaformer, I am so sad to read that he must have been abused as a young colt. It’s no wonder that he was aggressive and did not trust humans. I don’t agree that he wasn’t beautiful; I think he was. I also think he was a very impressive soul, indeed. Love and Hugs, JB
Max
That’s only a theory and the first time that I’ve read about it in relation to Big D. Big D might have just been naturally onery like Northern Dancer or Hastings were. Ribot developed his disposition over time. I like to think that because no one wants to think that a foal was ever abused.
judy berube
Dear Max:
I had never heard that about Big D before either. Yes, let’s think that he was just ornery. Can’t bear the other. Love and Hugs, JB
Max
JudyB. I’m pretty sure that it was natural with Big D. He was always in control and knew how to deal with lesser beings such as people. I saw a video of him being shown to some fans. They kept mindlessly mouthing – wow, wow, wow. Big D just stood there with the most imperious look on his face and then turned his back to them and slowly walked to his barn. It was glorious.
judy berube
Dear Max:
Love it. Glorious, indeed! Love and Hugs, JB
Celeste_in_TX
Thanks for the link to Dynaformer article.
Max
The 1972 Epsom Derby was won by Roberto, sire to Big D, and great grandfather on the distaff to Zenyatta. In the stretch, you can pick out Roberto by looking for the blaze. It is the blaze that he passed on Zenyatta along with her glorious ears.
Two chestnuts act out at the gates. Nothing new there.
https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=qUUoFx7Onv4
Ann NC
Thank you, Max.
Love how he charged in between the others.
Chestnuts acting out…..NO!!!!
Max
I think that Zenyatta and Roberto have the same racing gait, although Zenyatta is the larger horse with a longer stride. She however is in his image for sure.
Ann NC
For sure. Both took advantage of that stretch……….stretching that neck and head way out……..beautiful!
Max
I truly love Roberto. He was named after Roberto Clemente.
sheena.davies(wales)
Lester certainly knew how to win the Derby given the right horse.I remember this race so well,The crowd were annoyed Bill Williamson had been ” jocked off”The 1965 Derby came up too still a tape start then and the greatest winner I have ever seen of the race Sea Bird.Thank you for sharing these memories.
Max
Piggot abandoned Roberto for Rheingold when Roberto went against Brigadier Gerard. Roberto got the job done anyway. And the Roberto line gave us Zenyatta.
judy berube
Dear Max:
Thanks for posting these videos of two special boys, Roberto and Dynaformer. Love seeing these over and over again. Love and Hugs, JB
Max
It’s worth noting that Sea Bird is a very famous chestnut. Won the Epsom Derby and the Arc. Frankel’s granny, Urban Sea, also won the Arc. She’s a chestnut too.
judy berube
Dear Max:
Fabulous Chestnuts. Wonder what Danny’s up to these days. Will see if I can find recent photos of him. Love and Hugs, JB
judy berube
Dear Max and Z Fans:
The best I could do was this photo from I think May of this year of Danny and his brother, Successful Dan. Love it! Love and Hugs, JB
https://www.facebook.com/wisedan2007/photos/a.236726963118222.1073741829.236023193188599/515064071951175/?type=3&theater
Max
JudyB. Wonderful photo of the most interesting horse in the world and his bro. Good to see them both looking so well. I read a while back that Morton Fink decided that the Dan’s would not be trained to do any other jobs, such as pony work. They would instead be left free to roam together on the farm, and to be just horses as God meant them to be.
sheena.davies(wales)
Rheingold gave Lester his first Arc win as I am sure you know but I will always remember Dahlia beating both Rheingold and Roberto in the King George at Ascot in 73’Amazing that day.
Max
That is a fantastic memory. Dahlia was a marvellous chestnut. She was US bred, owned by the Hunts and ended her career racing out of Hollywood Park.
judy berube
Dear Max:
Perfect life for a Warrior like Danny. So happy for him and his brother.
Just wish all of them could have a happy retirement to look forward to. They all deserve that. Love and Hugs, JB
Ann NC
Thanks for sharing that photo, JB.
Brotherly Love. Danny and his bro spreading the word.
Thank you, Mr. Fink.
Lynne
Beautiful pictures of Mama Z. and her filly.
Thanks to the Lane’s End staff for sharing with fans!!!
judy berube
Dear Sheena:
Hope all is well with you. Goodnight. Love and Hugs, JB, LM, PC, HT, Cap, Herc, Frank, Bentley and all the Sweeties
judy berube
Dear Beautiful Mama Z, COZ, ZI, BBG and DC:
Goodnight and Happy Dreams. Love You. Hugs, JB
Z Princess, Dubai, Baby Z, will always love you.
sheena.davies(wales)
Dear Judy;Lovely photos of the Dans.They all deserve to be just a horse as God intended.Permian’s handler Ratan has posted some lovely pics of him.It was great to see the old Derbys so many memories for me.We have had a lovelly day but rain promised this week.Hope we get some sun for York next week.Goodnight God bless you LM PC HT Cap Hercules Frank Bentley Willow and all the sweeties.SheenaX
Max
Permi was a very fine looking horse and a sturdy one. It’s is all the more tragic that he should take just one false step at the end of a race and catastrophe would be the result. Cannot be explained.
judy berube
Dear Sheena:
As Max said, these sad tragedies defy explanation. Yes, I’m so happy for Danny and his brother. Wishing them long, healthy lives. No doubt, they are happy. Hope the weather for York is good. Love and Hugs, JB
Lynn
Marvelous!! Thank you so much for these photos!
Lynn
Donna Z
Thank you so much for the all the great photos of Ann, Mario’s & Carmen’s visit with Zenyatta & her gorgeous filly. I was absolutely thrilled that Mario & Carmen got to see his best girl & Z17. I bet that Z was in 7th heaven seeing her favorite people & showing off her latest baby to her barn 55 friends. It warmed my heart to see these three reunited, if only for a short time.
Alys, these are great pictures. Thank you for taking them so that they can be shared with us. I think my two favorites are of Z & her filly restyling Ann’s hair & the one of Z”s filly’s first kiss with Mario. She could have not chosen a better man for her first love.
Ann, it is so wonderful to see you so happy. I am praying that each day gets better & better for you. I would love to see you get a place in KY so that you could be closer to your equine soulmate. Thank you again for taking over the blog & continuing to share Zenyatta with her fans.
Blessings to everyone this week from Donna, Amy & Cappy.
judy berube
Dear Sheena and Z Fans:
There is a gorgeous Gray three year old son of Frankel named Gidu, out of Manerbe (Unbridled’s Song), going in the 4th Race tomorrow at Saratoga. Five and one half furlongs on the Turf. It’s his first try going for his Maiden win. Trained by T Pletcher; J Ortiz aboard. Godspeed beautiful boy. Here’s a photo of him. Love and Hugs, JB
https://pbs.twimg.com/media/DCxpXN7W0AAFaUm.jpg
Ann NC
Wow. Thanks, JB. Will try to watch his race.
Have a good day, Gidu. Love that side eye stare. All business! Beautiful coat.
Love to all.
judy berube
Dear Ann:
I love that stare too. Love and Hugs, JB
sheena.davies(wales)
Dear Judy.Thanks for sharing this beautiful photo of Gidu.Frankel has runners in 4 different countries today I think.Love and hugs
Marshall (NC Broad)
Wow! Talk about being international!
All the best to Frankel’s offspring today (and always).
Thanks, Sheena.
Hugs and Love
Marshall (NC Broad)
Dear Judy B.,
Gidu is beautiful! Wishing him good luck today, and safe, sound racing always.
Thanks for posting his photo and letting us know about the race.
Hugs and Love
judy berube
Dear Marshall:
You’re so welcome. He’s a beautiful Gray, indeed. Love and Hugs, JB
Allen
Wow these pictures are great !!! It is hard to tell who is happier Zenyatta, Ann, Mario, or Carmen. Maybe one day Zenny’s Little Princess will have Mario and Carmen taking care of her just like they did Zenyatta. Thank You again for keeping us in the loop with Zenny and her baby.
sheena.davies(wales)
We think Aeron has stated his long migration.He is.only 3 months old.Taith ddiogel cariad.
http://www.facebook.com/dyfiospreyproject/
Ann NC
Safe flight precious boy.
Bluegrass Girl
Important Read
“Following are closing remarks by Stuart S. Janney III, chairman of The Jockey Club, at Sunday’s Jockey Club Round Table Conference on Matters Pertaining to Racing in Saratoga Springs, N.Y.”
Janney On ‘Disgraceful And Sad’ Pennsylvania Events: ‘It Gives All Of Racing A Black Eye’
by Stuart S. Janney III | 08.14.2017 |
https://www.paulickreport.com/news/ray-s-paddock/janney-disgraceful-sad-pennsylvania-events-gives-racing-black-eye/#.WZHVElTKWrQ.twitter
judy berube
Dear BGG and Z Fans:
Thanks for posting this, but although I am happy that Mr. Janney, Jockey Club Chairman is speaking out against the recent cruel and fraudulent practices exposed in Pennsylvania; sad to say that nothing has really changed. The horses are still at the mercy of unscrupulous breeders, owners and trainers with no true policing of the sport to protect them.
Peggy and I have just today written letters on behalf of a horse that she found and loves at Gulfstream. He has been claimed and reclaimed and as of 6/29/17 has been entered in four races in six weeks, finishing 10th in his last race on 8/12/17. He is now entered once again on 8/18/17. All this, this poor boy has endured since being claimed from the 6/29/17 race. We have called the stewards at Gulfstream and have written letters today to the Gulfstream Corporate Office and Florida Horsemen’s Benevolent and Protective Association asking them to help this sweet innocent. He’s a five year old Colonel John Gelding named My Johnny Be Good.
If any of you want to call or write on his behalf the number for FL Horsemen’s B and P Assoc. is 954-457-3516; address P.O. Box 3507, Hallandale Beach, FL 33008. Love and Hugs, JB
Ann NC
Poor guy. One ringy dingy!
judy berube
Dear Ann:
We’ve been able to reach out to his breeder and original owner and also Old Friends. Hopefully, someone will help him. Love and Hugs, JB
Ann NC
Praying for him. Thanks, JB. Luv ya!
judy berube
Dear Ann:
Me too. Love and Hugs, JB
Sandy (Northeast Ohio)
How nice to see so many posts from so many “old friends.” Stick around . . . we’ll leave the light on for you! :-)
Marshall (NC Broad)
Dear Sandy,
:-) Yes, the light will be on, thank goodness! Thank you, Ann Moss — you are an angel.
Hugs and Love
judy berube
Dear Sandy and Marshall:
Too cute! Love and Hugs, JB
sheena.davies(wales)
Dear Judy.A fine debut. by Gidu in the American Pharoah colours.Aeron must have heard the weather forecast he had a lovely day to leave yesterday and a tail wind.The first time one of Glesni’s chicks has left the Dyfi before her.Big Ben has fallen silent for 4 years(except for special occasions).Renovations.When will you get to see Poldark?Withdrawal systems over here!Goodnight God bless you LM PC HT Cap Hercules Frank Bentley Willow and all the sweeties,Love and hugs SheenaX
judy berube
Dear Ann, Sheena, Marshall and Z Fans:
Yes, fine debut by Gidu. Congrats to the winner, Snapper Sinclair, a son of City Zip. Here’s the race replay. Love and Hugs, JB
https://www.bloodhorse.com/horse-racing/race/usa/sar/2017/8/14/4
judy berube
Dear Sheena:
Safe travel to Aeron and all the Osprey when they go. Brits must really miss Big Ben. I don’t think Poldark starts on our PBS here until the Fall. Looking forward to it. Goodnight. Love and Hugs, JB, LM, PC, HT, Cap, Herc, Frank, Bentley and all the Sweeties
Max
I think that the sharks took out Big Ben in Sharknado 5.
judy berube
Dear Max:
You are cracking me up! Laughing out loud. Really could use a good laugh. Thanks. Love and Hugs, JB
Ray Lopez, San Diego
Great pictures.
Thank you–
judy berube
Dear Mama Z, COZ, ZI, BBG and DC:
Wishing you all a peaceful, restful evening and Happy Dreams. Love You. Hugs, JB
Z Princess, Dubai, Baby Z, will always love you.