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February 2, 2021

Zenyatta News

Zilkha!

Zilkha, January 2021. Photo by Todd Claunch.

We are happy to officially announce the name of Zenyatta’s 2020 filly, ZILKHA. The name, Ann says, “is strong and beautiful and was inspired by a woman who was as well.”

Though it wasn’t intentional, we’re tickled to note that Zenyatta, Zellda, and Zilkha share the first and last letters of their names. 

Already the queen of her paddock, Zilkha is taller than average and loves to be scratched in all the same places as her mom. Those who work with her at Lanes End say they’re more impressed with her every day.

We can’t wait to see what Zilkha’s future holds!

Zilkha, January 2021. Photo by Todd Claunch.
Zilkha and a friend, January 2021. Photo by Todd Claunch.
Zilkha with her paddock mates at Lane’s End Farm. Photos by Jenn Laidlaw

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285 Comments

  1. Sally B. (cherish

    February 28, 2021 at 5:57 pm

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    I had a chance to come on the computer and needed to visit Zenyatta and all the Zsters. Wishing every one good health as well as Z. and her foals.
    I get my second dose of Covid 19 Maderna March 22nd. I am very nervous about this. I have heard the second vaccine really makes you sick in pain, fever.
    Love you Z with kisses n all your children
    Auntie Sally B.

    • shirleeinindy

      March 1, 2021 at 6:34 am

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      Sally,
      I had my second dose of Pfizer on 2/14 and had no side effects to speak of. Several of my friends got the Mederna and reported they had little or no side effects. Guess it just depends on the person. I was nervous about the 2nd shot but felt whatever side effects it had were better than Covid. You don’t see anything in the media about those of us who experience little or no side effects. Good luck and I hope all goes well with you.

      • judy berube

        March 1, 2021 at 4:31 pm

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        Dear Sally:

        Ditto everything Shirlee said. Hope your second shot goes well. Love and Hugs, JB

      • Rose Edwards

        February 11, 2022 at 8:26 am

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        Just like Queen Z she is beautiful! Best of luck to her in her training. Who is ber sire?

  2. shirleeinindy

    March 1, 2021 at 6:35 am

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    Congrats to Monomoy Girl. She was remarkable! What a treat to have her back for another year. The mares should be exciting this year with her and Swiss Skydiver running.

    • Ann NC

      March 1, 2021 at 12:18 pm

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      Congrats to M Girl.
      Love these girls and wishing them the BEST!

    • Marshall (NC Broad)

      March 1, 2021 at 2:12 pm

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      Monomoy Girl!!!

      Shirlee and Ann, wasn’t she amazing❣️
      Big Congratulations to her and all connections!
      Best of health and much success in racing to MG. ?

      Hugs and Love

      • judy berube

        March 1, 2021 at 5:20 pm

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        Dear Shirlee, Ann, Marshall and Z Fans:

        Adding my congrats to yours for beautiful Monomoy Girl. Brilliant!
        Here’s the replay.

        https://www.bloodhorse.com/horse-racing/race/usa/op/2021/2/28/9/bayakoa-s-g3

        • Marshall (NC Broad)

          March 2, 2021 at 2:49 pm

          Dear Judy,

          ? ? ? ? ?
          Thanks for posting the replay — MG deserves to be seen!

          Hugs and Love

        • judy berube

          March 2, 2021 at 5:27 pm

          Dear Marshall:

          What an impressive win by MG. Love and Hugs, JB

  3. Barbara Brayton

    March 1, 2021 at 3:19 pm

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    As it happens, Monomoy Girl will soon be available on My Racehorse, as well as Got Stormy.

    • shirleeinindy

      March 3, 2021 at 6:03 am

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      She raced in My Racehorse silks on Saturday. Think Got Stormy did too.

  4. judy berube

    March 1, 2021 at 5:24 pm

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    Dear Z, COZ, ZI, ZEL, ZIL and DC:

    Love all of you so much. Hugs, JB

  5. judy berube

    March 2, 2021 at 5:29 pm

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    Dear Z, COZ, ZI, ZEL, ZIL and DC:

    Have a restful evening; stay comfy and cozy. Love and Hugs, JB

    • judy berube

      March 4, 2021 at 5:04 pm

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      Dear Z, COZ, ZI, ZEL, ZIL and DC:

      Goodnight. Love and Big Hugs, JB

  6. Sally B. (cherish

    March 4, 2021 at 6:05 pm

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    Hi all Zsters. Monomoy girl is beautiful and I am happy for her . I guess it takes a lot to become the big winner such as our awesome Zenyatta did. But I love them all for their attempts, their beauty. I just happen to love Zenyatta more but that does not mean I think of them less of an awesome horse.

    Love n Kisses Zenyatta and to all your foals
    Auntie Sally B

  7. shirleeinindy

    March 5, 2021 at 6:21 am

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    Sally,
    Zenyatta is number one in our hearts but we love other great fillies and mares. I am a
    big fan of Rachel Alexandra and wish she and Zenny could have run against each other but perhaps it is best they didn’t. If any of y’all remember Hot Dixie Chick, she has a daughter running in the Honeybee, Paulines Pearl. She is a homebred for Stonestreet. Lots of good racing this weekend. Be safe all the horses and jocks.

  8. Sandy (Northeast Ohio)

    March 5, 2021 at 9:22 am

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    Happy Friday everyone! It’s a new month, and spring could be out there somewhere (not here, of course ?). I can’t track some of the references, but the good news is that Hovey has survived a February bath, and Mini Mum had a chance to chat with Mary King in a Zoom call. Guess what they talked about??

    https://www.horseandhound.co.uk/blog/hovis-friday-diary-five-minutes-in-and-she-resembled-the-before-image-on-a-tena-lady-advert-739233

    As Shirley said – lots of great races this weekend. Derby points on the line in three of them, and I’m hoping for a dead heat between Maxfield and Express Train at Santa Anita!

    Hope everyone is well and hanging in there!
    Sandy

    • Marshall (NC Broad)

      March 5, 2021 at 7:27 pm

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      Dear Sandy,
      Hovis is fantastic! So glad he is doing well and that Mary King has a fondness for our superhorse! After all, who wouldn’t?
      Thanks again Sandy for our Hovis Highlights❣️
      Hugs and Love

  9. judy berube

    March 5, 2021 at 2:52 pm

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    Dear Sandy:

    Thanks for our Friday Hovis update. Happily, Hovis seems to be doing so much better. Continued prayers.

    I like your idea of a Win for Maxfield and Express Train. Godspeed all; safe and sound. Love and Hugs, JB

  10. judy berube

    March 5, 2021 at 2:54 pm

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    Dear Z, COZ, ZI, ZEL, ZIL, and DC:

    Hope all of you had a wonderful day. Goodnight and Happy Dreams. Love You. Hugs, JB

  11. Lindal

    March 6, 2021 at 3:28 pm

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    Congratulations to Life Is Good and Mike Smith! I knew they would do it today!

    • judy berube

      March 6, 2021 at 7:09 pm

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      Dear Lindal:

      Thanks for this news.

      Congrats Mikey and LIG. So happy for you. Love and Hugs, JB

    • Ann NC

      March 7, 2021 at 7:11 am

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      Congrats!
      Nice race.
      The KY Derby line-up is changing every weekend.

  12. judy berube

    March 6, 2021 at 7:09 pm

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    Dear Z, COZ, ZI, ZEL, ZIL and DC:

    Goodnight and Happy Dreams. Love all of you so much. Hugs, JB

  13. shirleeinindy

    March 7, 2021 at 7:08 am

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    Sandy,
    Thanks for our weekly Hovis. He does sound as if he is doing much better. Congrats to Idol (son of Curlin) and Hellium (son of Claiborne stallion Ironicus) both long shots who came through. I am sure y’all can’t figure out why I picked them!
    Everyone stay safe and warm. Spring isn’t too far away.

    • Sandy (Northeast Ohio)

      March 8, 2021 at 1:30 pm

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      A friend of mine who is NOT really a horse person came to watch some of the races with me and picked Helllium!!! She was very excited. Now about Idol – I was SURE that John’s Express Train had it, and then Idol comes out of nowhere. I’m glad somebody was happy because it sure wasn’t me.

      • Sandy (Northeast Ohio)

        March 8, 2021 at 1:30 pm

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        I wonder if we’ll ever get an “edit’ option here? Didn’t mean to put so many Ls in the horse’s name. Grrrrrr!

  14. Kathy

    March 7, 2021 at 1:44 pm

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    Good afternoon, Z Nation. Okay, I can’t help it. I worked in the public library for 43 years so I wanted to recommend a book to anyone interested. It is on the Best Seller list. Perestroika in Paris by Jane Smiley. A racehorse wanders away from her stall and befriends a dog in Paris at Christmastime. I’m just now starting it. I think it sounds good!

    • judy berube

      March 8, 2021 at 11:43 am

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      Dear Kathy:

      Looking forward to this book. Thanks for sharing. Love and Hugs, JB

    • Sandy (Northeast Ohio)

      March 8, 2021 at 1:28 pm

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      Hi Kathy,
      I’ve heard about this book from another person as well. Guess I’d better figure out how to track it down :-) Thanks for the heads up.
      Sandy

  15. judy berube

    March 8, 2021 at 11:12 am

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    Dear Z, COZ, ZI, ZEL, ZIL and DC:

    Hope you’re having a lovely day. Happy Dreams. Love and Hugs, JB

  16. judy berube

    March 8, 2021 at 11:28 am

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    Dear Z Fans:

    Some sad news. Kind, Dam of Frankel, Noble Mission and Bullet Train has passed away. She was 20.
    Hope she’s with our Sheena.

    RIP beautiful girl. Love and Hugs, JB

    https://www.bloodhorse.com/horse-racing/articles/246557/juddmontes-kind-dam-of-frankel-dies-march-8

    • Kathy

      March 8, 2021 at 2:09 pm

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      Dear Judy,

      Thank you for letting us know the sad news. RIP, beautiful Kind. We know Sheena is with her. Her greatness lives on in her talented progeny!

      Hugs, Kathy

    • Marshall (NC Broad)

      March 8, 2021 at 4:41 pm

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      Dear Judy,
      Thank you for posting this article. So sad about this beautiful mare and her orphaned foal who will be well cared for, I’m sure.
      “. . . kind by name and kind by nature.” RIP Kind, much too young angel girl.

      Condolences to all who loved and mourn her. ?
      Hugs and Love

      • judy berube

        March 8, 2021 at 7:40 pm

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        Dear Kathy and Marshall:

        Love and Hugs, JB

  17. Barbara Brayton

    March 8, 2021 at 12:12 pm

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    RIP Kind. Hope the foal is being looked after.

  18. Lindal

    March 8, 2021 at 1:54 pm

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    Today, eight years ago Cozmic One was born! I remember this site crashed so many times in the ensuing hours/days! It was a time of much joy and happiness for all. Ann was seen caressing Cozmic One and bonding with Zenyatta’s first born. We were all “high” with the news. The next day, Mom and foal proudly walked out to their pasture followed by the Moss’. It was like a fairy tale we were living! Much has changed since those days’ eight years ago. Some folks on this blog have since passed into glory and many remain to share in this special place. Although Cozmic One did not succeed on the race track he has found his niche as a hunter-jumper, who dazzles his fans! Happy Birthday, dear Cozmic One, you have done well. BRAVO!

    • Sandy (Northeast Ohio)

      March 10, 2021 at 12:54 pm

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      Bravo Lindal!! Very well said. Glad that I was there then and am still here now!
      Sandy

  19. Lindal

    March 8, 2021 at 2:29 pm

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    It should be nine years old, he wears it so well!

    • Marshall (NC Broad)

      March 8, 2021 at 4:45 pm

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      Happy Birthday to Cozmic One!!
      Hope you get lots of goodies, Mr. Coz❣️
      Thanks for the reminder, Lindal. ?
      Hugs and Love

  20. Sandy (Northeast Ohio)

    March 10, 2021 at 12:54 pm

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    See new blog post for the Birthday boy!

  21. Delrene from Carlsbad, Ca

    March 10, 2021 at 5:48 pm

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    I watched
    Paulines Pearl with great interest. when I visited Rachel in 2012. Hot Dixie Chick shared the barn with Rachel. She was a star in her own right as well.
    The groom that took care of Rachel and Hot Dixie Chick was such a kind man and he adored both those horses.
    It’s really amazing to follow the babies of these very famous racing mares.
    Everyone have a beautiful day and Sprimg and daylight savings time is around the corner. Prayers for Kind. Rest In Peace beautiful mare. I’m sure your foal is well cared for. Such a tough start though.

  22. sue

    March 12, 2021 at 1:32 pm

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    I am thrilled to know Zenyatta (The Queen) and all her offspring. May this sweet filly be as gentle, strong and engaging as her mom.
    Zenyatta took me on the ride of a lifetime but, in perspective, I wish her amazing team, to experience the pure joy of her amazing spirit regardless of the individual hopes we have for each and all of them.

  23. Marilu Villanueva

    March 13, 2021 at 1:28 pm

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    Such a beautiful filly! Stay safe and healthy dear Zilkha. We hope you will be strong yet gentle like your mom. Wish I could see you right now. Love and hugs!!

  24. Kalar Walters

    March 30, 2021 at 4:22 am

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    Gorgeous!!

  25. sue

    April 30, 2021 at 3:39 pm

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    Zunyatta captured my heart when I needed it most. She will forever hold a special place in my life. I wish them all good health and peace.
    This filly is precious. Just knowing she is well cared for is enough for me.

  26. Deanne Graves

    November 19, 2021 at 8:55 am

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    I come to this site often to catch a glimpse of Zenyatta and her life. This world has become an ugly place and I wish so bad I could have all the Zenyatta moments all over again! We need Zenyatta..to see her strength and grace was truly magical. Still is!! I miss you Zen!
    Your truly an inspiration to me and always will be!
    Much Love Sweet Girl!!!

  27. Rachel Oliver

    December 11, 2021 at 1:18 pm

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    Has this site been updated recently? I would love to know details about Zenyatta’s foals and whether they raced

  28. Sally Blank

    January 14, 2022 at 6:14 pm

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    Hmmm I love Zenyatta and wanted to find the most current conversation with those that love Zenyatta. I can not find the posts.
    Still love you Zenyatta and all your foals. My heart is happy because of you.
    Love, Auntie Sally B

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