Maktoum Challenge Kicks Off Dubai Carnival
The countdown to the world's richest race--the $10 million Dubai World Cup (UAE-I)--begins Jan. 9 with the first of 10 meetings of the Dubai World Cup Carnival at Meydan Racecourse.
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Daddy Long Legs - Arlington, August 17, 2012.
Photo: Four Footed Fotos
Daddy Long Legs - Arlington, August 17, 2012.
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Daddy Long Legs - Arlington, August 17, 2012.
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First Time by in Kentucky Derby 138.
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Daddy Long Legs - Churchill Downs May 4, 2012.
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Daddy Long Legs - Churchill Downs May 4, 2012.
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Daddy Long Legs 4/29/2012
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Daddy Long Legs (right, red vest) 4/29/2012
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Daddy Long Legs at Ballydoyle, 4/29/2012
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Daddy Long Legs wins the UAE Derby.
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Daddy Long Legs in the UAE Derby.
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Daddy Long Legs in the UAE Derby.
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Daddy Long Legs wins the 2012 UAE Derby.
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Daddy Long Legs - Dubai 2012
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Daddy Long Legs - Dubai 2012
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| Trainer | Aidan P. O'Brien |
|---|---|
| Jockey | Colm O'Donoghue |
| Owner | Magnier, Mrs. John, Tabor, Michael and Smith, Derrick |
| Breeder | Woodford Thoroughbreds, LLC. |
Pedigree
| Daddy Long Legs View Five-Cross Pedigree | Scat Daddy | Johannesburg |
| Love Style | ||
| Dreamy Maiden | Meadowlake | |
| Sparrow Lake |
Auction History
| Sale / Hip | Type | Buyer | Consignor | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FTKJUL2010 Hip 30 |
Yearling | Ashford Stud | Woodford Thoroughbreds, agent for Woodford Foals | $100,000 |
Pedigree Analysis: Scat Daddy's Triple Play
To sire all three place-getters in a group I race is something akin to fantasy, but Scat Daddy joined elite company when Solaria led home Dalala and Lemon Pretty in the Premio Arturo Lyon Pena (Chi-I) June 28.
Lines of Battle Lands from Ireland for Derby
Lines of Battle, who earned his ticket to the Kentucky Derby Presented by Yum! Brands (gr. I) via a win in the $2 million UAE Derby (UAE-II), arrived at Churchill Downs at 2:25 a.m. May 1 after a trip from Ireland.
Little Mike, Monterosso Meet at Meydan
U.S. turf standout Little Mike and 2012 Dubai World Cup (UAE-I) winner Monterosso headline the $400,000 Al Maktoum Challenge Round 3 Sponsored by Emirates Airline (UAE-I) on the Super Saturday card March 9 at Medyan.
Moonwalk in Paris Game Winner of Firebreak
Moonwalk in Paris gamely charged through a gap and up the rail for a convincing two-length win in the $200,000 Firebreak Stakes Presented by Range Rover (UAE-III) Feb. 14 at Meydan.
Barbecue Eddie, Out of Bounds Set for Rematch
The $200,000 Firebreak Stakes (UAE-III) Feb. 14 at Meydan features a rematch between Barbecue Eddie and Out of Bounds, the winner and runner-up, respectively, in the Al Maktoum Challenge Round 1 (UAE-II) last month.
Secretariat: Romans Sends Silver Max Plus Two
Trainer Dale Romans will saddle three in the Aug. 18 Secretariat Stakes (gr. IT) at Arlington Park, including streaking turf runner Silver Max.
Power Surges to Victory in Irish Guineas
Power surged to the lead in deep stretch to capture the Abu Dhabi Irish Two Thousand Guineas (Ire-I) over Foxtrot Romeo at the Curragh May 26.
Daddy Long Legs at Churchill Downs
T. J. Comerford, asst. to trainer Aidan O'Brien, discusses Daddy Long Legs' first appearance ar Churchill Downs after clearing quarantine. Watch Video
Derby Has Consistent, Well-Matched Field
There is no true standout in the 2012 Kentucky Derby, but despite it being a wide-open affair, that shouldn't be mistaken for inconsistency. A record nine Derby starters return from last year's Breeders' Cup Juvenile.
Kentucky Derby Analysis - Exceed the Speed
With so much speed entered in this year's Kentucky Derby, you have to consider that stalkers, and closers who sit just off the pace this year could pull out a victory. read blog
Twenty-one Enter Kentucky Derby
An overflow field of 21 passed the entry box the morning of May 2 for the Kentucky Derby Presented by Yum! Brands (gr. I). Based on graded stakes earnings, only 20 can start May 5.
Haskin's Derby Trail: Derby Dreams
It's one day away from the dreaded draw, that simple tradition that can have even the most hardened racetracker shuddering in fear and apprehension. read blog
Woodford Is Rooting for Its Derby 'Daddy'
Daddy Long Legs was foaled and raised at John and Susan Sykes' Woodford Thoroughbreds.
Daddy Long Legs in Final Drill; Ships Tuesday
Daddy Long Legs, winner of the UAE Derby (UAE-II) in his only start this year, had his final piece of work at Ballydoyle, Sunday, April 29, and will be flown to Kentucky on May 1.
Kentucky Derby News Minute 4/30/2012
Lenny Shulman talks about the final Derby work outs for Creative Cause, Liaison, Daddy Nose Best, Sabercat and Mark Valeski. Daddy Long Legs works today across the Ocean and of course the weather forecast! watch video
Daddy Long Legs is Derby Wildcard
Ballydoyle trainer will send UAE Derby winner Daddy Long Legs to the Kentucky Derby.
Daddy Long Legs Confirmed for Derby
UAE Derby winner Daddy Long Legs, a son of Scat Daddy, will ship from Ireland to Churchill Downs for the May 5 Kentucky Derby Presented by Yum! Brands (gr. I).
After the Wire - 4/22/2012
Evan Hammonds examines the top five performances of 3-year-old prep races as well as the Jerome Stakes and Lexington Stakes. watch video
Hype Springs Eternal - By Evan Hammonds
Union Rags seemingly has it all...including some excuses. read blog
Daddy Long Legs Storms Home in UAE Derby
Daddy Long Legs held off the late challenges of Yang Tse Kiang and Wrote to win the $2 million UAE Derby Sponsored by the Saeed and Mohammed Al Naboodah Group (UAE-II) at Meydan Racecourse March 31.
Falls of Lora Takes on Boys in UAE Derby
Falls of Lora will seek to emulate her stablemate Khawlah when she takes on colts in the $2 million UAE Derby Sponsored by the Saeed & Mohammed Al Naboodah Group (UAE-II) at Meydan Racecourse March 31.
Strong Coolmore Team Headed to Dubai
One of the strongest international racing teams ever assembled is poised to leave Coolmore's Ballydoyle training center in Ireland this month for a raid on the rich prizes offered by the Dubai World Cup (UAE-I) program.
So You Think Pre-Entered in BC Classic
Ballydoyle, the racing arm of Coolmore, confirmed Oct. 24 that So You Think has been pre-entered in the Nov. 5 Breeders' Cup Classic (gr. I).
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