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Cozmic One: June 2014

Cozmic One on the training track at Belmont. Photo by Kyle Acebo.
Cozmic One on the training track at Belmont. Photo by Kyle Acebo.

Happy Friday!

For nearly three weeks now, Cozmic One has been able to call John Shirreffs’ barn at Belmont home. He’s settling into a relaxed training schedule, where he is permitted to learn and grow at his own pace.

We welcomed him off the truck from Ocala, FL at the end of March and met up with John and the crew at Barn 41 again yesterday. We hope you can share in our experience through the photos and videos below.

Enjoy!
-Team Z

THE ARRIVAL: MAY 25, 2014

Before dawn at Belmont, Shirreffs meets the truck carrying Coz. Photo by Kyle Acebo.
Early morning at Belmont, Shirreffs meets the truck carrying Coz. Photo by Kyle Acebo.

Coz is unloaded.
Coz is unloaded.
Coz walks to the barn for the first time.
Coz walks to the barn for the first time.

Coz stands in front of Barn 41. Photo by Kyle Acebo
John follows Coz to Barn 41. Photo by Kyle Acebo

Frank walks Coz in the barn. Photo by Kyle Acebo.
Frank walks Coz in the barn. Photo by Kyle Acebo.

Always aware of the cameras, Coz stops to greet the photo photographer. Photo by Kyle Acebo.
Always aware of the camera, Coz stops to greet the photo photographer. Photo by Kyle Acebo.

Photo by Kyle Acebo.
Photo by Kyle Acebo.
Photo by Kyle Acebo.
Photo by Kyle Acebo.

TRAINING: JUNE 12, 2014

Shirreffs has been documenting the process with his helmet cam, just as he did with Zenyatta. Below is one of his videos.

Photo by Kyle Acebo.
Photo by Kyle Acebo.
Photo by Kyle Acebo.
Photo by Kyle Acebo.

Shirreffs, on his horse Tug, accompanies Coz on the track. Photo by Kyle Acebo.
Shirreffs, on his horse Tug, accompanies Coz on the track. Photo by Kyle Acebo.

Bath time! Photos by Kyle Acebo.
Bath time after a gallop.
Coz bath
Photos by Kyle Acebo.

Back at the barn, Coz poses for a photo. Photo by Kyle Acebo.
Back at the barn, Coz poses for a photo. Photo by Kyle Acebo.

Coz with John. Photo by Kyle Acebo.
Coz with John. Photo by Kyle Acebo.

Reader Interactions

578 Comments

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    Besides being a great Mom and role model for Princess what will Zenyatta do during her vacation? Will she be allowed to stay with LIS or will she be placed with other mares not in foal? Silly I know to worry about her happiness and contentment but as we all know Zenny is not just any mare. I wouldn’t want her to become bored and possibly do herself an injury. Also how do they keep her in good shape?

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      What great questions Vicki. I would love to know the answers too. I hope Team Z addresses this subject.

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      I am very interested in what Zenyatta will be doing during this year and who she will be with since she won’t be in foal. I think Team Z will be letting us know how she is and what she’ll be doing. Very good questions Vicki. I really wonder how they keep her in top shape.

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    Dear Max.Young Joe picked up 2 whip bans today plus a £3,000 fine.7 days for the Gold cup and 2 days for the last race.I guessed he’d be trouble for hitting Leading Light.There is just no need for it!!!Free the Moose PU Dan and all sick horses plus woofs to Reilly.Sheena.

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      Sheena. Disappointed that Estimate did not win. She’s a lot like Quevega, no prep races. She just does it. Hopefully she will race again.
      I agee about the whipping. No need for excessive use.
      Free the Moose! Power up Danny. Power up CDA, Chromie and all others who are sick. Reilly, hope all is well. Sir, good luck has to come your way.
      Beast, how’s it going? Tasty, don’t be a stranger.

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        Dear Max and Sheena:

        Estimate really tried and gave it her all. Wish young Joseph would stop using the whip excessively (if at all) or maybe just show the horse the whip. Power Up Danny, CDA, Beholder, CC, Reilly, Sir and all who are ill or injured. Beast, Max is watching. TT, Max is waiting. Loose The Moose! Love and Hugs, JB

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      Dear BGG:

      Oh, she’s a beautiful Chestnut. Godspeed Rosalind. Love and Hugs, JB

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    What do You Zsters think. If Keeneland does host the 2015 Breeders Cup.
    Keeneland’s race meet is generally in October and ends at the end of the month.
    The Breeders Cup is usually the first Friday and Saturday in November right?
    Wonder if Keeneland will just extend its race meet a week or if the Breeder Cup will move back a weekend. If you look at the calendar you will know what I am talking about.
    First weekend in November is the 6 & 7.
    Wondering what you guys think. Although, maybe too soon to know.

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      They’ll have to apply for extra race dates from the state racing commission, I think. They’ll probably just extend their fall meet a week. This year the BC starts on October 31, so the whole thing doesn’t have to be in November. In any event, they’ll be cutting into Churchill Downs’s fall meet.

      I read an article that says they can probably add about 25,000 temporary seats. That would put their capacity at about 65,000. That is considerably less than Churchill Downs or Santa Anita can hold.

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        Dear Laura,

        Always Thank You again for your answer. Was really wondering how they would work it.
        I hope I get to come.

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        LauraJ, With only that number of seats available, we had better start looking for tickets pretty early. Kinda wish they had given it to Churchill because of it being a bigger track and the experience it has with big events. The main thing is, I hope we have one of the wonderful Kentucky fall days. ‘Cause I have gotten awfully cold a time or two at Churchill.

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    Suspensions at Ascot
    Thoroughbred News 20 Jun 2014 | Ascot Racecourse
    Joseph O’Brien has been banned for a total of nine days following two separate incidences with the whip on Thursday at Royal Ascot.
    Following the Gold Cup, the stewards held an enquiry into the use of the whip by Joseph O’Brien, the rider of the winner, Leading Light, from three furlongs out.
    Having heard his evidence and after viewing a recording of the race, they found him in breach of Schedule (B)6 Part 2 in that he used his whip above the permitted level. The stewards suspended O’Brien for seven days as follows: Thursday 3rd, Friday 4th, Saturday 5th, Sunday 6th, Monday 7th, Tuesday 8th and Wednesday 9th July 2014. Under rule (B)54, they also fined O’Brien £3,000.
    The stewards also held an enquiry into the use of the whip by O’Brien on Carlo Bugatti (placed 7th) from two and a half furlongs out in the King George V Handicap.
    Having heard his evidence and after viewing a recording of the race, they found him in breach of Schedule (B)6 Part 2 in that he used his whip above the permitted level. They suspended O’Brien for a further two days as follows: Thursday 10th and Monday 14th July 2014.
    http://www.thoroughbrednews.com.au/International/default.aspx?id=73982

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      Excerpt from article:
      The stewards also noted that the Gold Cup winner, Leading Light, had interfered with Brown Panther (placed 4th), who then interfered with Estimate (placed 2nd), who then interfered with Missunited (placed 3rd) approaching the furlong market. After viewing a recording of the incident, they were satisfied that it neither involved a riding offence nor improved Leading Light’s position.

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      Dear BGG:

      Love this video and the part where Lucky Pulpit whinnies to CC. Chromie looks great. Love and Hugs, JB

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      BGG

      Thank You so much for this. Have so much been wanting to hear some new news from CC
      Keep Powering Up CC, Wise Dan and all that are ill.

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      BGG, Don’t know a lot about horses, but don’t think Lucky Pulpit was saying “Glad to see you back home, son.”

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    Dear Max.I recall when reading General Sir Jack Seely’s book about his warhorse “Warrior”,he wondered at the end what had allowed Warrior to possess such a great character and personality and he believed it was because he had (despite the destruction of the war) known kindness all his days.Here are some of his words…. “the soul of a horse is a great and loyal one,quite unspoiled by the chances and changes of human kind.Above all,it is a courageous soul,and affectionate soul.But let there be one cruel blow from a grown-up man and you have ruined the horse’s fine soul for ever.
    It is my dream that those who read this book may vow never to beat a willing horse”
    Wise words don’t you think?Free the Moose PU Dan and all sick horses plus woofs for Reilly.Sheena.

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      Sheena. Beautiful quote. Totally agree. Hate all whips. Maybe young Joe should be in the same category as shorty? Contrast that ban to what was given to the Moose.
      Free the Moose! Power up Danny! Power up CDA, Chromie and all others who are sick.
      Extra woofs for Reilly. Good luck to Sir.
      Beast, no whips for you. Tasty, no one would dare using the whip on you. Let’s talk?

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        Max, I agree with you. Wish they would completely ban the whip. Or if it is used, maybe after the race the same amount of hits should be administered to the trainer and/or owner!

        After the Breeders Cup win on Muchie, Gary Stevens said that he learned not to use the whip at all on him. That he was trying as hard as he could without it.

        • Shirlee. Very good suggestion.
          Muchie like most first class racehorses knows what he is doing. Wise Dan also usually wins on a hand ride. In his last outing, he spent energy fighting Uncle Johnny who wanted him to stay behind. Dan knows best. Let Danny run.
          Free the Moose. Power up Danny! Power up CDA, Chromie, and all others who are sick. Reilly, we are expecting a good report on you. Same for Sir.
          Beast, get some rest. Tasty, you know what I want.

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    The Fugue breaks course record
    Brisnet Updated: June 19, 2014
    A crowd of 40,459 was on hand Wednesday for day two of Royal Ascot, up from the 38,758 last year probably due in part to the participation of Treve in the Group 1 Prince of Wales’s Stakes.
    Three fillies entered against five males in the race but, instead of the French superstar schooling her rivals, Lord Lloyd-Webber’s The Fugue stepped up to win in thrilling style when breaking the Ascot 10-furlong course record in 2:01.90. The previous record of 2:02.52 was achieved by Cirrus des Aigles in the 2011 Champion Stakes.
    “We did genuinely think that we were going to let her have a stroll round the park,” Lord Lloyd-Webber remarked. “Nobody believed that she would quite do this but it’s the best racing day in our whole racing career.”
    http://espn.go.com/horse-racing/story/_/id/11048935/2014-princess-whales-recap

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    Dear Judy.Goodnight God Bless you LM PC HT Little Cap Hercules and all the Sweeties.One of the “bobbleheads was so tired today he/she fell asleep on his/her dinner(The Fish) he/she looked so cute!Love and hugs SheenaX

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      Dear Sheena:

      That is the cutest. Those “bobbleheads” are so adorable. Love and Hugs, JB, LM, PC, HT, Cap, Herc and all the Sweeties

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    Dear Mama Z, COZ, ZI and Z Princess:

    Goodnight. Stay cool. Sweet Dreams. Love You. Hugs, JB

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      Judy, Thanks for the info on Taco. Next year could be one of the most exciting in a long time if he and Coz remain healthy. Of course, I will love them even if they can’t run any faster than me.

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      Thank you for our Hovis update, Max. Hovis, I’m relieved you lost your wingman due to his moving as opposed to crossing the Rainbow Bridge. I hope you find a suitable replacement soon. Your mom has a great imagination, Hovis. It’s obvious you’re not kissing Billy. Your lips are MILES apart. Nonetheless, Billy is a very handsome little guy. Happy weekend to all. Free the Moose, PU Danny.

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        AnnC. I may have it wrong. Billy left. The new guy in the photo seems to be “the ginger dude.” It’s hard to keep track.
        Free the Moose! Power up Danny! Power up CDA, Chromie, and all others who are sick. Woofs to Reilly, and a neigh of good luck to Sir.
        Beast, keep eating your oats. Tasty, have somehow I missed your call?

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      Oh dear! Will anyone live up to his criteria for wingman/woman replacement?? And just THINK of the effort that will need to go into training this horse! It is sad that Billy had to move elsewhere. Thanks, as always, to Sheena via Max for our Friday treat.

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    June 20 Cherokee Devotional

    Everything is fresh and new on a June morning. Someone performed a miracle while we slept. The air was cleaned to crystal clarity, the rising sun glistens on every leaf and blade of grass. The hills are new green from spring rains and the horses that graze there are sleek and shiny. Such rewards, such a sa s dv, are for the early riser, the one who greets the day with thanksgiving and praise. Regardless of how many tag-alongs from yesterday threaten, they cannot break the spell of the beauty at hand. Another opportunity,another splendid day that is so oblivious to the schemes of man. To go with it, to rise with the morning mist, is to know the freedom and restoration in the soul of the American Indian.

    To the Indian, words that are true sink deep into his heart where they remain; he never forgets them.
    Four Guns

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      Thank you, Sheena. A beautiful color for The Queen. Maybe Mr. Farish is telling stories about, Z Princess. Another exciting day!

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    Dear Kathy.Another great day at Ascot Her Majesty looks lovely!Are you taking the pups to work with you today??It’s national take your dog to work day!!!I got to see the adorable video on My Miss Kitty I’d love to have him to help with my housework!!!Fubu got all his meds and shots do hope they will help him he is such a brave kitty.Great run by Sunset Glow in the 1st such speed!!she got 2nd.I hope Buddy enjoys his birthday tomorrow.Harry was a naughty boy yesterday poking his momma when she was trying to sleep so she hissed at him!!Another great video on Joey of a wolf cub and pup playing together.Poor Hovis losing his wingman!The big show is on in Lincolnshire this week,hope he managed a visit.Have a great day.Hugs to you,Kisses for Holly, Nikko and Sugar.Sheena.

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      Dear Sheena,

      I heard people bet on what color Her Majesty will be wearing. I’ll be looking for the cerise ensemble when I watch the Royal Ascot Update. I’m off today and work tomorrow. The dogs won’t get to go to the library, unfortunately. Fingers crossed that all of Fubu’s meds and shots work. He is brave, indeed! Congratulations to Sunset Glow. LOVE that name! I hope they post lots of pics from Buddy’s birthday. Such a beautiful little dog. And hasn’t it been fun learning all those interesting “Buddy Facts”! Harry was naughty but what a beautiful color he is. I thoroughly enjoyed the video of the wolf cub and the Border Collie. So cute! I hope Hovis gets a suitable wingman replacement soon. It’s just one thing after another for poor Hovis! Have a wonderful day, and enjoy your weekend! Hugs from me, kisses from Holly, Nikko and Sugar. Kathy.

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    Ascot Racecourse ‏- Albany Stakes Results Friday June 20, 2014
    Cursory Glance beats shorter priced Sunset Glow & Patience Alexander (fav)
    to take Albany for trainer Roger Varian & jockey Andrea Atzeni

    Ascot 2.30: 1st Cursory Glance (USA) 14/1, 2nd Sunset Glow (USA) 7/1,
    3rd Patience Alexander (IRE) 9/2f, 4th Malabar 25/1. 21 Ran.

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      Tom Hall ‏Friday June 20, 2014
      Sunset Glow, Exchange Rate (Danzig) filly o/ Dynaformer mare Perfectforthepart
      finished 2nd in Albany S for Wesley Ward & Victor Espinoza

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      Michele MacDonald ‏Friday June 20, 2014
      Albany winner Cursory Glance (Distorted Humor) listed as a $150,000 RNA
      at @keeneland September last year from @LanesEndFarms consignment

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    Good Luck to, Just Call Kenny, racing at Monmouth today. A 3 yr old, returning after suffering a condylar fracture.Come home safe and sound today handsome boy!

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    Thank you Lane’s End for all of the wonderful pictures of Zenyatta and her offspring. Hope to visit your farm some day. Just read that Chris McCarron, Tiznow’s jockey, is retiring from the riding academy located there in Lexington, KY. (Bloodhorse and Paulick Report articles)

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    Kenny McPeek ROSALIND Update Friday June 20, 2014
    Rosalind has minor cuts. Grabbed left front quarter. Otherwise minor.
    Hope Keiren is alright too. Heard he was off mounts. Bad luck. Head up

    Channel 4 Racing
    Rosalind unseats Kieren Fallon on breaking from the stalls!

    Marcus Hersh Daily Racing Form
    Rizeena wins the G1 Coronation Cup.
    Terrible luck for US shipper Rosalind who stumbled badly after the start
    and dumped jockey K Fallon.

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      Kenny McPeek ‏Friday June 20, 2014
      Well what can I say? I’m hoping Rosalind is ok and I’m really disappointed for her owner
      and my team.Some thing we can’t control. It happens

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      .J. Hysell ‏ ‏Friday June 20, 2014
      Landaluce Educe posts that Rosalind is fine after her stumble at #RoyalAscot today.
      “Her next goal is still the Belmont Oaks on July 5th.”

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    Dear Max.Not sure where to post!Poor Hovis losing his wingman Billy,hopefully,he will get a mare with low-morals this time!Loved the pic of him snogging the little ginger dude,don’t worry Hovis we live in the 21st century now!!! John Gosden is doing well at RA with Eagle Top winning today beating the hot favourite from Coolmore.William Buick was riding.IT was such a shame about Rosalind we never got a chance to see her.Hope Tasty gets in touch soon!England are out of the World Cup hurrah!!Free the Moose PU Dan and all other sick horses plus woofs to Reilly.Sheena.

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      Sheena. I’m with Hovis. Those two manly equines were just exchanging horsey secrets. The ginger dude however looks tiny in comparison to Hovis. The ginger dude also looks a little like Chromie. Maybe Chromie’s gone to England on his hols?
      Saw what you wrote about Rosalind. She’s okay?
      The Queen’s horse came in second again today. I’m still disappointed over Estimate, but she ran a very good race.
      Checked out the new photos of Lane’s End. Princess is big and beautiful like momma. Did not see Tasty.
      Free the Moose! Power up Danny! Power up CDA, Chromie and all others who are sick.
      Reilly, be a good boy for Marshall. You might get extra treats. Better days to Sir.
      Beast, time to think about bed time. Tasty, looking for you. Where’s Tasty?

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    Thanks to Max, Sheena, Judy B., Ann (in NC), Terry C., Sandy and all those who send shout-outs of good wishes to Reilly! He feels pretty good and sends his sincere thanks to all who include him in their posts. Joyous Woofs to all!! Hugs

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    Team Z:

    thank you for providing the pictures and the wonderful videos of Cosmic1. These absolutely made my day and week!!!!

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    HorseLvrZ. June 22,2014@11:34pm
    Vickie
    Did you ever see the show the jockeys? That
    ‘s how I got to see Joe Talimo in his rookie season. He was so cocky and full of himself the other jocks would ignore him. Mike nice as always tried to mentor him, but behind Mikes back Joe would talk bad about him. The other jocks would have none of it and told him when he had ridden as many winners as Mike then come talk to them, or if he ever got into the Hall of Fame. Not long after that Mike comes into the room and is sooo excited and says, just wait till you seethe horse I rode today!,,,I think it’s the best horse I ever rode. All the jocks started throwing dirty white towels and socks at Mike in fun cause they had all herd him say that before, but that was the day he rode Zenyatta for the first time . I love that
    Debbie. HorseLvrZ

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      Thanks for sharing that story. I knew it was around then but did not know the play by play. Everything with Joe Talamo is different now. He is very respectful and hardworking and Mike and he are good friends. He is very respectful when he speaks about Mike.

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