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
Bluegrass Girl
GIDU (Frankel x Manerbe) Debut
TDN Race Replays
Track: Saratoga
Race Date: August 14, 2017
Race: 4
http://www.thoroughbreddailynews.com/race-replays/0/201708141439STD4/
Marshall (NC Broad)
Dear Judy B. and BGG,
Many thanks for posting Gidu’s race (Race 4) at Saratoga today.
Yes, Gidu did very well. Congrats to Snapper Sinclair and his connections on the win.
Gidu held on for 2nd and Nepthene got 3rd. Congrats to them, too.
Hugs and Love
judy berube
Dear Marshall:
You’re so welcome. Love and Hugs, JB
sheena.davies(wales)
Frankel has sired his first Australian winner Merovee broke his maiden at Newcastle today.Out of More Strawberries he is trained by Chris Waller and ridden by Hugh Bowman better known for their wonderful partnership with the superstar Winx.Frankel’s off spring have now won in England,Ireland,France,USA,Japan,Argentina,Chile and now of course Australia.The legacy lives on…Congratulations to all connections.
Gail McDaniel
These photos are just too, too precious. Mario gentle kiss on the filly’s face, Carmen’s grin as “MagZ” and Zenyatta exchanged grooming nuzzles, Ann’s joyful smile, thank you, thank you, Team Z.
Gail McDanel
sheena.davies(wales)
An update about Winx and Merovee’s win.
http://www.facebook.com/SkyRacingAU/
sheena.davies(wales)
An interesting video about American Pharoah,Air Force Blue and Vancouver shuttling to Australia.
http://www.facebook.com/CoolmoreStud/
judy berube
Dear Sheena:
Thank you for this video on Pharoah. He looks great. God keep him safe. Couldn’t access the Winx and Merovee link. Love and Hugs, JB
Marshall (NC Broad)
Dear Judy B. and Sheena,
I agree with you, Judy — American Pharoah does look wonderful. May he stay happy and healthy always. Thanks for the link, Sheena.
I couldn’t access the update on Winx and Merovee either. Congratulations to Merovee and connections on the win at Newcastle!
Hugs and Love
sheena.davies(wales)
Dear Marshall and Judy.Sometimes it is difficult to share a post from FB.Not everyone gets to see it.Sorry about that.Hugs and Love.
Ingrid Arnone
Dear Sheena,
Thanks for sharing.
Love and hugs Ingrid.
Pattie
Thank You for the photos! It is good to see Ann so happy with her girls. The 1st photo looks like Zenyatta was starting to “dance” for Mario. I’m sure she remembers Mario & Carmen and the good times they shared.
sheena.davies(wales)
Chris Wall,Gerald Mosse and First Sitting pull off a huge upset as Almanzor flops on his much anticipated return.A shadow of his former self he trailed in far down the field and is now 20-1 for the Arc.Congratulations to First Sitting and connections.
sheena.davies(wales)
The Frankel’s are coming thick and fast today.Under a masterful front running ride from Ryan Moore Eminent wins the Prix Guillaume D’ Ornano.Thrilled for him and Martyn Meade.Then Lady Frankel wins!Does a Zenyatta last to first.Congratulations to all connections.
judy berube
Dear Sheena:
Congrats to Eminent, RM and Lady Frankel. What a legacy he’s making. Goodnight. Love and Hugs, JB, LM, PC, HT, Cap, Herc, Frank, Bentley and all the Sweeties
Bluegrass Girl
Funds Being Raised for Hero’s Statue at Ky. Horse Park
Mare Sergeant Reckless showed tremendous heroism helping Marines in Korean War.
By Lenny Shulman The Blood Horse 15 August, 2017
James E. “Ted” Bassett III banged his fists on the conference table of his Keeneland office in stentorian rhythm without regard for the 95-year-old bones in his hand and wrist.
“Why am I involved?” bellowed the former chairman of the Lexington racetrack. “Because she wasn’t a horse; she was a Marine!”
https://www.bloodhorse.com/horse-racing/articles/223119/funds-being-raised-for-heros-statue-at-ky-horse-park
Marshall (NC Broad)
Dear BGG,
Thanks for posting this. I will definitely make a contribution.
Sergeant Reckless deserves all accolades and tributes. Kudos to Mr. Bassett for leading this mission.
Hugs and Love
Mary Margaret in Georgia
Never to be forgotten Marine Sargent Reckless.
judy berube
Dear Mama Z, COZ, ZI, BBG and DC:
Goodnight and Happy Dreams. Stay comfy and cozy. Love all of you so much. Hugs, JB
Z Princess, Dubai, Baby Z, will always love you.
Dee in the Hudson Valley
Alys, thanks as always for these wonderful family photos!
Brought big smiles to all our faces…
sheena.davies(wales)
Dear Judy:The 4 ospreys are still at the Dyfi.Sorry you couldn’t access Winx and Merovee.It works for me.Lady Aurelia has arrived I think via Scotland and you may remember a horse called Strike the Tiger when he started to fall down the rankings Wes gave him a forever home and he keeps Aurelia company.Goodnight God bless you LM PC HT Cap Hercules Frank Bentley Willow and all the sweeties.Love and Hugs SheenaX
sheena.davies(wales)
Remembering the King who died this day(16th) in 1977.RIP Elvis.
Marshall (NC Broad)
Dear Sheena,
Thanks for remembering the one and only, Elvis Presley. There will never be another. It is hard to believe that it has been 40 years since the King left this world. Boy, I must be getting old! :-) RIP Elvis, the legend lives on.
Hugs and Love
Susan
Ann you don’t know how much the posts of Z, Coz, Ziconic, and the new baby doll mean to me Life is ruff for me now OH AND ILOVE your smile… Thank you so much…. You got the best part of the deal!
Kimberly
These pictures are so heart warming!!! I know how much Zenny loves Mario and Carmen. Thank you for these!!!!!
Cheryl Smith
I just love looking at these photos. That baby is beautiful just like her mommy! Thanks for sharing them with us. God Bless all!
Ms Scoprio1
Thank You for all of the beautiful pictures of Z & Z17 !!! They are so wonderful to see. It makes my day !
Bobbie Graser
Wonderful photos!!!! It was great to see Mario and his wife with Zenny again. They looked so happy. So does Ann.
Donna Olinger
Great pictures of Zenyatta and her little girl. She is so proud of her little one and such a great mother…trying to get the “baby fuss” off her filly’s new shiny gleaming coat….
She is a beautiful filly !!!!
I wish both mom and little girl the best.
sheena.davies(wales)
Ein gwych mam Glesni wedi gadael y Dyfi,Rydym yn dathlu a gwych tymor.Taith ddiogel Ffarwel fy hyfryd yn gweld chi gwanwyn nesafX
Monty and his daughters remain.
http://www.facebook.com/dyfiospreyproject/
judy berube
RIP Heather Heyer. Love and Hugs, JB
Marshall (NC Broad)
Dear Judy B.,
What an awful mess humans created in Charlottesville last weekend. Totally senseless violence and tragedy — more hate. When will we ever learn?
Rest in Peace Heather Heyer. Also, Rest in Peace brave State Troopers who perished in the helicopter crash while on duty in Charlottesville. Condolences to families and friends of all three.
Hugs and Love
judy berube
Dear Sheena:
Safe travels to the Osprey. Goodnight. Love and Hugs, JB, LM, PC, HT, Cap, Herc, Frank, Bentley and all the Sweeties
judy berube
Dear Mama Z, COZ, ZI, BBG and DC:
Have a restful evening. Goodnight and Happy Dreams. Love You. Hugs, JB
Z Princess, Dubai, Baby Z, will always love you.
sheena.davies(wales)
Dear Judy.We got confused yesterday with the post that all 4 osprey were still on the Dyfi Emyr had been mistaken’Glesni was last seen Monday evening about 7.30.She may have roosted further south that night It was a lovely day for her to cross the channel yesterday.They will wait to confirm the news but there is a lot of hiraeth in the hillsides today,CC is out of quarantine and ready for the ladies I hear Muullins is thinking of sending his impressive Galway winner Riven Light out to take on Winx in the Cox Plate.She returns on Saturday and Arrogate has drawn 8 for the Pacific.Goodnight God bless you LM PC HT Cap Hercules Frank Bentley Willow and all the sweeties.Love and hugs SheenaX
sheena.davies(wales)
RIP Santry runner up in the Norfolk Stakes at Royal Ascot who suffered a fatal injury on the gallops today.Declan Carroll and team are devastated by the loss.He was due to run in the Gimcrack next week.Sleep tight cariad bach.
Marshall (NC Broad)
Dear Sheena,
More sadness. So very sorry to hear about yet another loss. Condolences to all his connections. RIP Santry, farewell and run happy with the angels.
Hugs and Love
Bluegrass Girl
SoCalTBRescue is having a ebay auction
of halters from well known race horses
to help raise money.
Here is the link
https://www.ebay.com/sch/so_cal_thoroughbred_rescue/m.html?_nkw=&_armrs=1&_ipg=&_from=
Southern California Thoroughbred Rescue, an accredited 501(c)(3) charity devoted to rescuing, rehabilitating, re-training and adoption of at risk thoroughbreds
Sally Blank (cherishes Z and her foals)
Alys, You have captured the most precious pictures of Zenyatta and baby, and with Ann and all Z’s special connections such as Mario!! Thank you so much. I love the one with Z mouthing Ann’s hair; but that is the love that they share for each other.
I am so happy that both Z and her filly are doing so well. May God bless them and watch over them.
hugs, Sally B
Sally Blank (cherishes Z and her foals)
My sweet Zenyatta, I would give you the biggest hugs and kisses if I could be with you.
Love you with kisses and each and every foal you have had,
and my dear Sir
Auntie Sally B
Stephanie
Thank you so very much for the amazing pictures and updates ! My wish is to see her one day ! Her baby has her eyes ! They are so so beautiful ! You all look so very happy , blessed and proud .
Bluegrass Girl
RICK PORTER UPDATE-GOOD NEWS
Claire Novak @BH_CNovak tweet
Fantastic news this am via @Fox_Hill_Farm – owner Rick Porter’s recent test results show he is cancer-free, in complete remission!
6:14 AM – 17 Aug 2017
Marshall (NC Broad)
Dear BGG,
This is truly great news!! Thanks for posting, Keta.
Continued good health to Rick Porter and all best wishes, too.
We needed to hear some news that was positive, and this is just in time!
Hugs and Love
Donna Z
Thank you for posting this BGG. This is fantastic news. I will continue my prayers for continued good health for Mr. Porter.
Also, the best of racing luck to Songbird & Mike in their next race, the Personal Ensign Stakes at Saratoga on Aug. 26. I am planning on going to cheer them on in person this year.