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June 3, 2016

Ziconic

Ziconic to Run Sunday

Ziconic finishing third at Santa Anita on May 14. Photo by Cynthia Holt.
Ziconic finished third at Santa Anita on May 14. Photo by Cynthia Holt.

Dear fans,

Ziconic is scheduled to make his fourth start this Sunday, June 5. He is entered in Race 2 at Santa Anita Park, a 1 1/16 mile maiden special weight. Victor Espinoza will be riding.

Post time is approximately 2:30 PM Pacific. Watch online at calracing.com (free account required).

#GoZiconic

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510 Comments

  1. Janie in L.A.

    June 3, 2016 at 10:37 am

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    Oh boy! Maybe I can move some plans around and see him! Go Ziconic!

  2. Vampressqueen Sue Colvin

    June 3, 2016 at 10:56 am

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    thats great news. thx for sharing :)

  3. Gloria

    June 3, 2016 at 10:59 am

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    I’ll be there! Go, BABY Z!! (Good luck with Veneto, too!).

  4. sheena.davies(wales)

    June 3, 2016 at 11:10 am

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    Go,Ziconic on sunday!Also huge congratulations to Andy Murray for becoming the first British male player to reach the French Open Final since 1937.You can do it Zi and Andy!!!SheenaX

    • Jan / S.

      June 3, 2016 at 2:51 pm

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      Yes! Congratulations Andy!!

  5. Faithful Zenyatta Supporter

    June 3, 2016 at 11:15 am

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    Yep Sheena,
    I too enjoy tennis and watch a lot on tv. Glad for Murray. I get so nervous when one of Zenny’s boys race. Geez…

  6. Sandi york

    June 3, 2016 at 11:21 am

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    A good horse will overcome obstacles. This is his last chance before I wont follow him anymore. 3 races should be enough to air one up leg one up and learn what they are supposed to do. Love his momma though.

    • Melody bowser

      June 3, 2016 at 11:27 am

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      So you only like him cause he runs? How shallow!

    • lauraj_cincinnati

      June 3, 2016 at 11:38 am

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      I’m sure he doesn’t care if you don’t follow him.

      However, he is learning his business pretty well. His last race was against a tough field–the second-place horse had recently finished second in a graded stakes race. Ziconic showed a nice turn of foot; he was simply too far back to catch up. That may not have been his fault. Good horses sometimes take a few races to break their maidens, and he had such a bad start in his second race that it wasn’t a good evaluation of what he can really do, IMO.

      • Marshall (NC Broad)

        June 3, 2016 at 11:58 am

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        Well said, Laura!

        Go Ziconic! We love you and support you along with all of Team Z. Zenyatta’s Red Prince is making good progress. It’s early days yet, and “fair weather friends” don’t add much anyway.

        Hugs

        • Marilu Villanueva

          June 3, 2016 at 6:27 pm

          Hello Laura and Marshall.

          Totally agree on your reply that horses take a few races to catch up. They need to mature. Ziconic is one of them.

          Every horse just like us humans is different. We practice, we work hard, we lose, we win. Seems some just expect too much from Zenny’s babies. They should not compare them to her.

          There will only be one Zenyatta. Just as there have been other great horses. We will see more horses coming of age. Ziconic will be one of them.

      • Sophia Gates

        June 3, 2016 at 12:21 pm

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        Bravo! We love Ziconic, rain or shine!

        Meanwhile, oh goody?

        I’m glad Victor is riding. Zi has “stuff,” speed and desire.

        • Liz

          June 3, 2016 at 2:15 pm

          There’s this horse called Seabiscuit that lost his first 17 races. Not trying to put Ziconic on anywhere near the same level as Seabiscuit – just saying that sometimes it takes a little while for a horse to get rolling. As Laura said, there have been plenty of good horses that took a few races to get it all put together. I’m willing to give Ziconic more time (and I, too, think he needs to be closer to the race – he was awfully far back last time out).

      • shirlee cook

        June 3, 2016 at 2:30 pm

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        lauraj
        I will follow him every day of his life whether he turns out to be a good runner or not. The same for big brother, Coz. I am sure most on this blog will be right there along with me. And you gotta admit, he is one handsome dude!

        • Judy B from Rhode Island

          June 3, 2016 at 2:40 pm

          Dear Shirlee, Laura J and Z Fans:

          Me too. Godspeed ZI; safe and sound. Love and Hugs, JB

      • sue

        June 3, 2016 at 5:01 pm

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        Agree a bird flew in his face in race 2 that has to be thrown out.

      • Darlene Daniels

        June 3, 2016 at 7:38 pm

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        Agree!

    • Cat

      June 3, 2016 at 2:47 pm

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      He is like watching your favorite friends kid play baseball, doesn’t matter if he wins.

    • Jan / S.

      June 3, 2016 at 2:53 pm

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      That’s messed up!!

    • sheena.davies(wales)

      June 3, 2016 at 4:09 pm

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      You should live in the UK.We loved Mad Moose who often and in the end always refused.I find it sad you won’t follow a horse if he doesn’t win.I follow racing because I love horses Sheena

  7. Patty Mongan

    June 3, 2016 at 11:35 am

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    Prayers for a SAFE TRIP and a win for Zenny’s number 2 son.

  8. Lori Stein

    June 3, 2016 at 11:43 am

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    Safe run for Ziconic, I will be watching and rooting for him!!

  9. Vampressqueen Sue Colvin

    June 3, 2016 at 12:51 pm

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    I have to wish Peggy (N) South Georgia a happy belated bday.??????
    Happy belated bday to u ?
    Happy belated bday to u ?
    Happy belated bday dear peggy?
    Happy belated bday to u ?
    Have a greaaaaat day! ??
    HugZ?prayerZ?
    Luv ya bunchez?
    Vampressqueen

  10. Susan in Fl

    June 3, 2016 at 12:52 pm

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    Cheering u on Ziconic! Peace & Happiness

  11. Vampressqueen Sue Colvin

    June 3, 2016 at 12:58 pm

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    todays devo:

    A Blessing for Your Day

    May God’s PEACE cover you,
    His HOPE inspire you,
    His JOY uplift you &:
    His LOVE surround you.

    hugZ/prayerZ, vamp

    • Judy B from Rhode Island

      June 3, 2016 at 2:41 pm

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      Dear Vamp Sue:

      Just beautiful. Thank you. Hope you’re doing better. Love and Hugs, JB

  12. Allen

    June 3, 2016 at 1:05 pm

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    Go Ziconic !!!! and have a safe trip.

  13. sue and tony

    June 3, 2016 at 1:38 pm

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    We are anxious to see Zi race again! John seems to have him on a regular schedule which can only be good for him.

  14. T. Curry

    June 3, 2016 at 1:59 pm

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    See you Sunday Ziconic!

  15. Suz CATX

    June 3, 2016 at 2:13 pm

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    I’ll be watching and will always be his fan. Safe and swift race

  16. Denise in STL

    June 3, 2016 at 2:26 pm

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    Go baby Z!!! We love you!!

  17. shirlee cook

    June 3, 2016 at 2:32 pm

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    Be safe beautiful boy. Tell Victor we said he had better take good care of you. Nice that we in the east will be able to watch the race at a decent hour.

  18. Donna H

    June 3, 2016 at 2:33 pm

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    There have been great horses who didn’t make it in their early goings. Zi, you are terrific and you’ll get there. We believe in you and love you no matter. Go, Zi!!!

  19. Judy B from Rhode Island

    June 3, 2016 at 2:44 pm

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    Dear Sheena, Max and Z Fans:

    Just had to share the replay video of Minding’s win at Epsom Downs. She overcame so much trouble, it’s an amazing example of heart, determination and talent. Wow! Love and Hugs, JB

    http://www.tdn.premiumtv.co.uk/streaming/watch/RacingUKFlashVOD/partnerId_166/videoFileId_15530912/clipId_2604001/index.html

    • sheena.davies(wales)

      June 3, 2016 at 4:24 pm

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      Dear Judy.My heart was in my mouth when Minding got into trouble but her class and courage put her on the right track.She has the stamina of Galileo and the speed of Lillie Langtry plus she got slapped in the face with a whip again,And Frankel’s first born filly won today at Catterick!Derby tomorrow!Goodnight God bless you LM PC HT Cap Hercules Frank Bentley and all the sweeties.Love and hugs SheenaX

    • Marshall (NC Broad)

      June 3, 2016 at 9:27 pm

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      Dear Judy B.,
      Thanks for posting this link to Minding’s race. Fantastic win especially with the difficulties in traffic. Congratulations to her and her connections!

      I wonder what happened to Diamonds Pour Moi? She was eased. Hope it wasn’t fatal.

      Hugs and Love

      • sheena.davies(wales)

        June 4, 2016 at 6:44 am

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        Dear Marshall.Diamonds pour Moi was fine after she returned to the stables.Love and hugs.

        • Marshall (NC Broad)

          June 4, 2016 at 9:11 pm

          Dear Sheena,
          Thanks so much for the follow-up on Diamonds pour Moi. So glad she wasn’t hurt — maybe it just wasn’t her day to race.

          Hugs and Love

    • Kathy

      June 4, 2016 at 7:33 am

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      Thanks so much, Judy! Minding is just fabulous. I wasn’t breathing!!!

      Hugs, Kathy

      • Judy B from Rhode Island

        June 4, 2016 at 9:47 am

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        Dear Marshall, Kathy and Sheena:

        I know, she was magnificent.

        Sheena, thanks for the good news on DpM. Love and Hugs, JB

  20. Judy B from Rhode Island

    June 3, 2016 at 2:45 pm

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    Dear Z, COZ, ZI and DC:

    Goodnight. Love You. Happy Dreams. Hugs, JB

    Z Princess, Dubai, Baby Z, will always love you.

  21. Jan / S.

    June 3, 2016 at 2:45 pm

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    Can’t wait! Love Victor on him!

  22. Leslie R.

    June 3, 2016 at 2:49 pm

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    Good luck Ziconic! I feel like this will be your day but even if you never win a race, I’ll always love you. The same with your big brother, Coz. Most importantly stay safe and have fun!

    Love,
    Leslie

  23. Janet Luzell

    June 3, 2016 at 3:04 pm

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    GO ZICONIC!!! Looking forward to seeing him run again, and I don’t care how Coz and Zimbabwe turn out. I will always love them, because they are a part of our beautiful queen ZENYATTA. GO ZICONIC AND BRING HOME A WIN FOR MAMA!!!!

  24. Kimberly

    June 3, 2016 at 3:38 pm

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    GO ZICONIC GO!!!!! I will be there cheering you on!!!!!

  25. hattonsghost

    June 3, 2016 at 5:25 pm

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    ♥ I am so excited! Win or lose, we love you, gorgeous red one. Run safe, sweet prince!

  26. Marilu Villanueva

    June 3, 2016 at 6:07 pm

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    Thanks Team Z for the schedule.

    I will watch the race. God speed – Ziconic and Victor.

    We love Zenyatta and her boys, win or lose.

    Hope Zenyatta is fine and feeling well. Hugs and Hugs to her.

  27. Delores Baker

    June 3, 2016 at 6:18 pm

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    I will always love Zenyatta and her beautiful boys. What has happened to Cosmic One. Have not heard about how he is doing. Go Ziconic this will be your day and mommy willbe so proud of you no matter where you come it. Thank you Team Z for sharing. Hugs and kisses to Zenyatta and her precious boys. I love Zenyatta and her boys sooooo much.

    • LauraJ_Cincinnati

      June 4, 2016 at 5:14 am

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      Cozmic One is still at Santa Anita. He has been working out. His last work was on May 23, 6 furlongs in 1:17.60 handily, 7/7 at that distance. His previous work was on May 14. He worked three times in May and twice in April, so he doesn’t seem to be injured. I have no idea why he hasn’t been entered in a race for almost a year. He was eligible for the last race that Ziconic ran in and this one as well.

      • Judy B from Rhode Island

        June 4, 2016 at 9:45 am

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        Dear Laura J:

        Thanks for this info on COZ. I have been worried about him. As you say, he doesn’t appear to have health issues, so hopefully we’ll see him racing soon. Love and Hugs, JB

  28. Ingrid Arnone

    June 3, 2016 at 6:30 pm

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    Wow !!! Ziconic I can’t wait until Sunday…….
    I love youuuuu !!! Go ! Go ! Go !!!!
    Kissessssssssss !!!!

    Please win, for your owners, they love you very much !!!!
    And for us your fans !!!!

  29. Marilu Villanueva

    June 3, 2016 at 6:35 pm

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    Thanks again Team Z for the info.

    Totally agree on Laura’s and Marhall’s reply that horses take a few races to catch up. They need to mature. Ziconic is one of them.

    Every horse (just like us humans) is different. We practice, we work hard, we lose, we win.

    Seems some just expect too much from Zenny’s babies. They should not compare them to her. There will only be one Zenyatta. Just as there have been other great horses. We will see more horses coming of age. Ziconic will be one of them.

  30. Darlene Daniels

    June 3, 2016 at 7:33 pm

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    Go Ziconic! Be safe and have fun. We all love you!

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