Happy Tuesday!
If you’ve been following news about Cozmic One, you know he’s currently training with John Shirreffs at Santa Anita. Photographer Mike Sekulic was there for recent workouts, and he sent us these great photos.
John, along with racing manager Dottie Ingordo-Shirreffs, will be answering questions in our next edition of Ask The Experts. While they may not tell you when Coz will start racing, they both have decades of knowledge and experience to share. This is a rare opportunity to submit questions for two people who are at the root of Zenyatta’s success. Use the form at the bottom of this post to send us your questions. We’ll pick our favorites, so be creative!
Enjoy!
Team Z
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Deana from Tx.
Coz is a handsome colt that has grown into himself well. I think he knows he is from greatness and as the firstborn he takes his duties seriously. It has been interesting to sit back and watch all the work that John has done with him since he arrived in his barn. He has grown and changed in front of our eyes, and I thank Team Z for letting us be a part of that. I have total faith in Team Z to know when Coz is ready to race. Never rush a good thing, that philosophy worked well for Z. Coz is a handsome colt, Z and Bernie did great. Has there be any update on Eblouissante?
sue and tony
Ebby has been retired from the track and is preparing for her new career as a broodmare.
Debbie S.
Coz looks amazing,thanks for the breathtaking shots Mike and Team Z. John is bringing him along so perfectly as we knew he would. Wish this beautiful boy safe trips and good experiences along the way.Love those ears!
donna
He is beautiful and he looks very serious. Up to now Victor has been riding him. Who is riding him in these pictures?
suew/Va
His rider is his regular exercise rider. I believe Victor rides him for timed workouts.
Shannon From Cool
Lordy! Is Coz ever gorgeous.
What a blessed horse he is and we are so excited to see him.
Looking forward to his debut, whenever that may be.
Thanks for posting these great shots of Zenyatta’s first born.
Ann K
It seems to me that Coz looks more and more like his daddy in his build.
Here’s a pix of Bernardini:
http://www.paulickreport.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/08/Bernardini.jpg
♥ Auntie Judy aka JAG So. California
I agree!
Kris O - Lombard, IL
I agree too
Denise in St. Louis
COZ is magnificent!! He is so gorgeous !! I can’t believe how much he looks like Zenyatta – I have a picture of Queen Z on the track and it looks just like picture #3 above. John you are doing an AMAZING job with him. Team Z – Thank you for sharing information with the Z fans !!! You’re the best!!!
Anne from Paramount
I THINK his rider’s name is Kevlan, but Auntie Judy would know for sure. I am not 100% positive. JAG?? Please advise! :-)
♥ Auntie Judy aka JAG So. California
Yes, that’s who he is :-)
♥ Auntie Judy aka JAG So. California
Yes, Anne, that’s who he is :-)
jenn mANDARINO
What’s he clocked at so far?
Does he like to be in the lead or close like his mama?
What’s his temperament like?
Does he fly or is he vanned for travel?
Thank you!
Abigail_1849
It is almost impossible to fathom that the little fellow who came into our lives under a full moon on March 8 has blossomed into this breathtaking and powerful-looking 2 year-old! I feel like all your other aunties and uncles here, Coz. I’m just exploding with pride.
Thank you Team Z for this GREAT post and for these outstanding photos. Your kindness & graciousness in letting me into Zenny and her family’s life is NEVER taken for granted. As winter drags on, here in Canada, it’s so wonderful to come here and find such a wonderful community and such timely updates.
Love & hugs to all, peppermint kisses to my Big Girl and love to her family — Coz, Ziconic and Z Princess.
Crystal
He is 3 now….
Abigail_1849
Yes. I realized that after I posted. LOL!
Ingrid Arnone
Oh! My goodness Cozmic One you are so gorgeous!
Yes, he looks so much like Zenny.
I love you, I think you are ready to start running!
Hugs Ingrid.
Faithful Z Supporter
So grateful for the Coz updates. He seem a bit thin and needs to fill out more I feel maybe due to recent growth spurts. No more word on his race readiness probably wise for now. At least his workouts are getting longer. He needs more of them. Curious how his gate training is going. I can see the resemblance between him and Ebby…gorgeous dark shiny coat. Personally. I am relieved she is finally retired from the schedule of years of trainings showing no worthwhile results. She is so sweet and should be a great mother.
Julie from Kokomo
Love the “airborne” ones! Flying just like his mom.
Darlene Daniels
Julie,
That is just what I was thinking. We have great things to look forward for this handsome guy.
Jan S. / Houston
The pics are fab! I really think he looks a lot like his daddy. With some of Zenny in him! Coz is beyond gorgeous!
Donna Alsabrook
I’m just almost speechless. He has the eyes and ears of his great mom and is chiseled like his dad. Pics are awesome. Thank you.
Darlene Daniels
Fabulous photos of the most beautiful colt in the world. Can you tell I love this boy? I have been in love with him since he was in Zenyatta’s womb. Go Cozmic One!
Sue Fredrick Happy as a lark
Darlene,
Me too, he’s the one that looks so much like Zenny…..what a hunk.
pamhomeier
I agree, too, Darlene! I just love that boy – probably because he is the first. I wish him soooo much success!
Donna Heim
What a blessing to watch this precious son of our Queen! He’s beyond gorgeous. Won’t it be exciting to watch his first race?
What a blessing to watch this precious son of our Queen! He’s beyond gorgeous. How exciting it will be to see his first race!
Donna Heim
Excuse the boo-boo. Thought I had lost it so I typed it again.
Darlene Daniels
Dear CoZcic One, Run safe, run well, run proud. We love you, no matter what! You are my first horse grandson.
Thank you Team Z for all you share with us.
I love you forever Zenyatta, my angel.
maureen ph[llips
Amen and Amen, I agree with everything you have said and more..
Joan
Coz will take a part in Kentucky Derby?
LauraJ (Cincinnati, OH)
He’s on the list of early nominations, but it’s unlikely at this point. He has not even started his first race. He would have to win one of the big-points races later on in the Derby prep series in order to get enough points to enter the gate. The “Road to the Derby” races are well underway. Most of the likely Derby contenders have several races, including graded stakes races, under their belts already.
sheena.davies(wales)
A very Happy Birthday to a horse of a lifetime,my beloved Frankel.Have a wonderful day at Banstead manor!The ladies will soon be queuing up to visit you!!!Love and hugs SheenaXX
maureen ph[llips
Happy Birthday, Big Boy, enjoy your day.
Kathy
Happy Birthday, Frankel!
Judy Berube From Rhode Island
Happy Birthday Frankel, beautiful boy. Love and Hugs, JB
Marshall (NC Broad)
A very Happy Birthday to Frankel! Handsome fellow!
Hugs
Elizabeth in NM
Cozmic One’s breeding sure shows. He acts and looks so much like Zenyatta and Bernardini – showing such energy, passion and determination for his work. Cannot thank you enough Team Z for including us in Zenyatta’s ‘family’ as her fans. Zenny, you have really outdone yourself with this young warrior! Can’t wait to scroll up and read everyone’s comments. with love – Elizabeth
PS This photography is a truly beautiful! Many of God’s blessings to everyone
Joanna_TX
Thanks Team Z! Coz looks like he’s grown into himself; lovely boy. Good luck to all!
Pat Cannon
As much as I would love to see Coz run in the Kentucky Derby (I live 10 minutes from Churchill Downs) I know he has to be 100% ready. There are no shortcuts to winning it. I know you all will do what’s best for him. Thank you so much for the new pictures of him & for sharing him with us.
Kathy
February 11 Cherokee Devotional
Success, in part, depends on staying power. What seems to be a remarkable idea on paper may be a colossal failure in practice. This is why we have to have more to us than what shows.
Whether we are building a house or a business, a bridge or a life, we have to have something to back it up. Most losses result from investing in what looks good but has no substance, a flash in the pan that dies as suddenly as it began. The strength of anything is to know it, to give it strong moral character-and to decide there is a principle to be kept.
Great Spirit sees and hears everything, and he never forgets.
Im-Mut-Too-Yah-Lat-Lat
Nez Perce
maureen ph[llips
Good morning to all my Z Nation family, hope the night was restful. I stayed up all night just moon gazing at my first love, the one and only Prince Cozmic One. Usually I have something to say but this time I am so speechless in California because I just died and went to Heaven when I logged in and saw all these amazing pics of my first love. I have so much I want to say but the words are all jostling for prominence leaving me bruised and confused. For now, all I can say is thankyou team Queen Z for your continued generosity in sharing the Queen and her family with us her faithful followers for life. I cannot imagine what life would be like for me if this forum was not made available not only to commune with the Queen and her family but also to chat with all my lovely extended family on this site. Thank you so much and God’s Blessings always. It is always well at Z Nation.
sheena.davies(wales)
Dear Kathy.Are’nt the new pics beautiful Coz grows more and more like his mum!I haven’t had a minute to check the furbabies today but saw Mango greeting Miss Pauline last night and getting many more gifts she’s got a red tutu now and is taking it to California with her!The ratties are in a rather sticky situation!Oh,Karen got through to the insurance for Hovis treatment and all is well.Have a great dayLove and hugs to you,Kisses for Holly,Nikko and Sugar.Sheena.
Kathy
Dear Sheena,
Yes! Coz looks FABULOUS! He really does look so much like Zenyatta. There was a breakout at the ratties school. Sticky situation indeed! There are some wonderful videos on Joey’s page. You’re in for a real treat! Mango will be styling when she comes to CA. That’s great news about the insurance coverage for Hovis’ treatment. Have a good Hump Day. Love and hugs from me, kisses form Holy, Nikko and Sugar. Kathy.
Jolande
Thanks for the update and the gorgeous photo’s!
Coz looks amazing, he’s filled out and looking strong! And boy, does he remind me of his mama! He’s a little browner than Z but the way he moves and his face are very much like his mom!
Looking forward to seeing him progress more and when he’s good and ready, make his debut. I have no doubt Dottie and John will know when the time is right ;)
carol in arkansas
hi all…
@Kathy….I would like to thank you for the devotional posts….I enjoy them each morning…
….
asking for help…not $…
most of us know Shari Voltz…our teacher extrodinaire….who has used Zenny and her pictures to help her class…aka Homeroom 215….grow
a couple of years ago Trainer Tim Ice had a Peppermint Pal filly named Madame Mistletoe….a lovely chestnut….Missy has been retired to Cantor and now adopted by a lady named Jenna who posts about her on fb…Missy is in a contest and I am asking for you to take a moment to vote for Missy at this site..fingers crossed I hope this works..
http://bit.ly//DOOtGb
if you can …help Missy to win
thank you all
carol in arkansas
as per usual …electronically challenged me has messed up
please try
http://bit.ly/1DOOtGb
again thanks
Marshall (NC Broad)
Thanks for the info, Carol. I attempted to vote for Missy, but alas, you must be a Facebook participant. I don’t do Facebook so will send my good wishes to Madame Mistletoe (Missy) and her owner.
Hugs and Love
Kathy
Dear Carol,
You’re too kind! And you’re welcome.
Sandy (Northeast Ohio)
Would like to have done this Carol, but I wasn’t happy with them getting access to my FB friends list if I placed the vote :-(
Celeste_in_TX
It always make my heart so happy to see a new blog post here at Zenyatta’s special site and today is no exception. With continued gratitude for your generosity in sharing the lives of Zenyatta and her sons with us through these blogs and forums, I am so happy to see how beautiful Cozmic One is coming along in his growth and in his training. He is such a beauty and appears to be growing into such a strong colt! Thank you once again for sharing with us and providing this site for us to express our love and care for our Queen and her family.
sheena.davies(wales)
@carol.Voted!!Sheena.
carol in arkansas
Thanks Sheena…she is lovely and the gift card they are trying for will help a lot