California Chrome

Chestnut Colt
Born 2011
CA-Bred

California Chrome breezes at Del Mar Nov. 23.
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California Chrome breezes Nov. 23 at Del Mar.
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Bayern in the Breeders' Cup Classic.
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California Chrome prior to the Breeders' Cup Classic.
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California Chrome - Breeders' Cup 2014
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California Chrome - Breeders' Cup, October 30, 2014
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California Chrome schools in the paddock at Santa Anita on October 28, 2014
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California Chrome - Los Alamitos, October 25, 2014.
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California Chrome - Los Alamitos Work, October 25, 2014.
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California Chrome - Parx, September 19, 2014.
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California Chrome, Parx Racing, September 19, 2014
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California Chrome - Parx, September 17, 2014.
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California Chrome arrives at Parx on September 16, 2014.
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California Chrome Works at Los Alamitos on August 22, 2014.
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California Chrome and Victor Espinoza at Los Alamitos on August 22, 2014.
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California Chrome in the Belmont Stakes.
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California Chrome at the Belmont Stakes.
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California Chrome at Belmont Park on June 6, 2014.
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California Chrome - Belmont Park, June 5, 2014
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California Chrome - Belmont Park, June 4, 2014.
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California Chrome - Belmont Park, June 3, 2014.
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California Chrome - Belmont Park 2014
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California Chrome at Belmont Park June 2.
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California Chrome at Belmont Park June 3, 2014.
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California Chrome returned fine from the track June 1.
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California Chrome - Belmont Park, May 31, 2014.
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California Chrome - Belmont Park, May 30, 2014.
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California Chrome - Belmont Park, May 29, 2014.
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California Chrome - Belmont Park, May 28, 2014
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California Chrome - Belmont Park, May 27, 2014
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California Chrome at Belmont Park May 25.
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California Chrome jogs at Belmont Park May 25.
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California Chrome jogs at Belmont Park May 26.
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California Chrome - Belmont Park, May 25, 2014
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California Chrome - Belmont Park, May 24, 2014.
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California Chrome - Belmont Park, May 23, 2014
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California Chrome - Belmont Park, May 22, 2014.
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California Chrome arrives at Belmont Park May 20.
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California Chrome wins the Preakness Stakes.
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California Chrome heads towards the winner's circle after the Preakness.
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California Chrome wins the 2014 Preakness Stakes.
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California Chrome jogs at Pimlico - May 15, 2014
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California Chrome gets a bath at Pimlico, May 15, 2014
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California Chrome - Pimlico, May 15, 2014.
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California Chrome jogs in the fog at Pimlico.
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California Chrome - Pimlico, May 14, 2014.
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California Chrome and Art Sherman at Pimlico, May 13, 2014.
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California Chrome - Pimlico, May 13, 2014.
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California Chrome arrives at Pimlico Park May 12.
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(May 12, 2014) Kentucky Derby winner California Chrome gets settled in to his stall on Tex Sutton flight KFS725, for the short flight to Baltimore
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Kentucky Derby winner California Chrome heads up the ramp to his flight to Baltimore backwards. May 12, 2014
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California Chrome loads onto a transport van en route to the Preakness Stakes.
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California Chrome gallops at Churchill Downs, May 12, 2014
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California Chrome - Churchill Downs
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California Chrome jogs at Churchill Downs May 7.
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California Chrome wins the 2014 Kentucky Derby.
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California Chrome and William Delgado in front of the twin spires of Churchill Downs.
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California Chrome wins the Kentucky Derby.
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California Chrome - Churchill Downs, May 1, 2014
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California Chrome - Churchill Downs, April 30, 2014.
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California Chrome - Churchill Downs, April 29, 2014.
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California Chrome riding in his transport van April 28, 2014.
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California Chrome riding to Churchill Downs April 28.
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California Chrome - Los Alamitos, April 26, 2014
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California Chrome Work, April 19, 2014.
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California Chrome wins the 2014 Santa Anita Derby.
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California Chrome wins the 2014 San Felipe.
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California Chrome works with Victor Espinoza aboard at Los Alamitos Feb. 2, 2014.
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California Chrome wins the 2014 California Cup Derby.
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California Chrome wins the King Glorious on the last day of Hollywood Park.
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California Chrome wins the King Glorious Stakes.
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California Chrome wins the 2013 Graduation Stakes.
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California Chrome Working Steadily for Dubai

Horse of the Year California Chrome continued to prepare for an appearance in the Dubai World Cup (UAE-I) with a five-furlong workout in 1:00 at Los Alamitos Racecourse Feb. 27.

'Chrome,' American Pharoah Top CA Worktab

By Jeremy Balan
February 21, 2015
Racing, Triple Crown, West Region

The stars were out for workouts in Southern California the morning of Feb. 21. California Chrome led the group with a half-mile work in :48 4/5 at his home track, Los Alamitos Racecourse.

Bayern Works Three Furlongs at Santa Anita

By Blood-Horse Staff
February 16, 2015
West Region

Kaleem Shah's Bayern, winner of the 2014 Breeders' Cup Classic (gr. I), has recovered from a hind foot abscess and worked Feb. 16 at Santa Anita Park.

California Chrome Named State's Horse of Year

By Blood-Horse Staff
February 13, 2015
Breeding, West Region

Eclipse Award Horse of the Year California Chrome was officially named California-bred Horse of the Year for 2014 at the annual California Thoroughbred Breeders Association awards dinner at the Pasadena Westin.

Podcast: Haskin's Racing Review for Feb. 10

By Steve Haskin
February 10, 2015
Triple Crown

Steve Haskin and Ron Mitchell talk about the weekend of racing. Steve expands on the performances of Shared Belief, California Chrome, Dortmund, Firing Line, Danzig Moon, Cyrus Alexander, Far From Over, and Constitution.

Recapping a Giant Weekend of Racing

February 9, 2015
Racing, Handicapping

J. Keeler Johnson recaps the San Antonio showdown and a great weekend of Derby preps. read blog

Shared Belief to Big 'Cap, 'Chrome' to Dubai

Another bout between Shared Belief and California Chrome won't be happening in the near future, trainers for the two horses made clear in comments Feb. 8.

Shared Belief Finds Redemption in San Antonio

By Jack Shinar
February 7, 2015
Racing, West Region

The showdown everyone wanted to see produced a clear verdict for Shared Belief over reigning Horse of the Year California Chrome in the $500,000 San Antonio Invitational Stakes (gr. II) Feb. 7 at Santa Anita Park.

The Buzz: California Chrome vs. Shared Belief

By Claire Novak
February 6, 2015
Racing, West Region

In the days leading up to the big race between California Chrome and Shared Belief, industry figures and fans shared their excitement about the showdown -- and talked about who they wanted to win.

An Epic Saturday of Racing

February 5, 2015
Racing, Handicapping

J. Keeler Johnson previews the Donn Handicap, San Antonio Stakes and more! read blog

That Handicapping Show: The San Antonio

By Claire Novak
February 5, 2015
Handicapping

Claire Novak and Frank Angst preview the San Antonio Stakes featuring California Chrome, Shared Belief, and Hoppertunity. Watch Video

Hoppertunity Seeks to Spoil San Antonio Party

By Jeremy Balan
February 4, 2015
Racing, West Region

For the fifth race in a row, a formidable Bob Baffert-trained contender is looming to take on Shared Belief. Only Bayern, in the Breeders' Cup Classic, has got the best of the dark bay gelding.

'Chrome', Shared Belief Ready for Battle

By Steve Haskin
February 3, 2015
Racing, West Region

Champions to square off in San Antonio Stakes (gr. II) Feb. 7 at Santa Anita Park.

Shared Belief Works Half-Mile at Golden Gate

By Blood-Horse Staff
February 3, 2015
Racing, West Region

Shared Belief wrapped up serious preparations for his 2015 debut in the San Antonio Stakes (gr. II) with a four-furlong move Tuesday, Feb. 3, at Golden Gate Fields.

California Chrome Works February 1, 2015

February 1, 2015

Watch California Chrome and hear thoughts from Art Sherman following. watch video

California Chrome Picks Up Cal-Bred Awards

By Tracy Gantz
February 1, 2015
Racing, Breeding, West Region

California Chrome, the national Horse of the Year for 2014, has added two more titles -- champion 3-year-old California-bred male and champion Cal-bred turf horse.

Hoppertunity Confirmed for San Antonio Start

By Blood-Horse Staff
February 1, 2015
Racing, West Region

Grade I winner Hoppertunity will run in the $500,000 San Antonio Stakes (gr. II), trainer Bob Baffert confirmed after the 4-year-old son of Any Given Saturday worked six furlongs at Santa Anita Park Feb. 1.

California Chrome Works, Set for San Antonio

By Jack Shinar
February 1, 2015
Racing, West Region

Horse of the Year California Chrome put in the final major drill for his 4-year-old debut when breezing five furlongs in 1:01 3/5 Feb. 1 at Los Alamitos Racecourse.

Xpressbet Offers 'X-Country Pick 4' Feb. 7

January 28, 2015
Handicapping, Southeast Region, West Region

Online wagering provider Xpressbet, in conjunction with Santa Anita Park, Gulfstream Park, and The Stronach Group, unveils a new Pick 4 wager Feb. 7 featuring four important stakes races at the two tracks.

'Chrome' Tops U.S. Nominees for World Cup

By Blood-Horse Staff
January 27, 2015
Racing, International

Horse of the Year California Chrome, dual champion Main Sequence, and Breeders' Cup Classic (gr. I) winner Bayern are among U.S. runners nominated for races on the Dubai World Cup (UAE-I) card March 28 at Meydan.

'Chrome' Set for San Antonio, Bayern Doubtful

By Blood-Horse Staff
January 25, 2015
Racing, West Region

Horse of the Year California Chrome breezed one mile in 1:41 2/5 at his Los Alamitos Race Course headquarters Jan. 25 as he moves ever closer to his 4-year-old debut in the $500,000 San Antonio Stakes.

HOY California Chrome Drills at Los Alamitos

By Myra Lewyn
January 19, 2015
Racing, West Region

Newly crowned Horse of the Year California Chrome drilled seven furlongs at Los Alamitos Race Course Jan. 19 as he continues preparations for his expected 2015 debut next month in the $500,000 San Antonio Stakes (gr. II).

California Chrome Work for Jan. 19, 2015

January 19, 2015

Watch horse of the year California Chrome work at Los Alamitos Racecourse. watch video

List of Eclipse Award Winners, Votes

By Blood-Horse Staff
January 19, 2015
Racing

Here is a complete list of the 2014 Eclipse Award winners, as voted on and presented by the National Thoroughbred Racing Association/Equibase, Daily Racing Form, and National Turf Writers Association.

Slideshow: 2014 Eclipse Awards

January 18, 2015

Celebrating the winners of the 2014 Eclipse Awards. view slideshow

Dual Titles Leave Coburn Speechless...Almost

By Eric Mitchell
January 18, 2015
Southeast Region

Steve Coburn, co-owner/breeder of California Chrome, was effusive in praising fans.

California Chrome: Groom Raul Rodriguez

By Claire Novak
January 17, 2015

Raul Rodriguez, California Chrome's Main Man: Out of the limelight yet playing a vital role, one man provides day-to-day hands-on care for Kentucky Derby winner California Chrome. Watch Video

California Chrome Sews Up HOY Honors

California Chrome, a colt who was running against his fellow California-breds at the beginning of the season, soared through his conditions and emerged Horse of the Year as the annual Eclipse Awards were presented Jan. 17.

California Chrome is Champion 3YO Male

In 2014 Kentucky Derby and Preakness winner California Chrome was one of those rare horses who transcended the sport and became racing's newest glamour star.

Waiting, and Waiting, for Crowning Glory

By Frank Angst
January 17, 2015

Delve into the history of failed Triple Crown bids, explore the challenge of winning the final leg, and relive stories of spoilers who have halted each quest for history. Read Feature

Horse of the Year: One Winner, No Losers?

By Tom LaMarra
January 16, 2015
Racing, Southeast Region

Sometimes it's easy. Sometimes it's not. The voting for 2014 Horse of the Year fell into the latter category, and the outcome surely will be debated for quite some time.

Fans Side With California Chrome

By Eric Mitchell
January 16, 2015
Southeast Region

Casual poll at Gulfstream Park asks, "Who do you like for Horse of the Year?" A majority put the most weight on the Triple Crown races.

Derby Win by 'Chrome' Moment of the Year

By Blood-Horse Staff
January 16, 2015
Southeast Region

California Chrome's victory in the Kentucky Derby Presented by Yum! Brands (gr. I) was voted the 2014 National Thoroughbred Racing Association Moment of the Year.

Debate Continues for 3-Year-Old Male Eclipse

Jerry Bossert says the nation's best 3-year-old in 2014 was California Chrome. But will the Kentucky Derby (gr. I) winner edge Breeders' Cup Classic (gr. I) victor Bayern in Eclipse Award voting?

Espinoza's Agent Disappointed by Eclipse Snub

By Blood-Horse Staff
January 11, 2015
Racing, West Region

Victor Espinoza, the regular rider of three potential champions of 2014 as well as a gracious ambassador of the sport, won't win an Eclipse Award as outstanding jockey of 2014.

'Chrome Work at Los Al Deemed 'Outstanding'

By Blood-Horse Staff
January 10, 2015
Racing, West Region

Dual classic winner and Horse of the Year finalist California Chrome had an "outstanding" workout at his home base, Los Alamitos Race Course, the morning of Jan. 10.

Eclipse Finalists Announced

By Evan Hammonds
January 7, 2015
Racing, Kentucky

Finalists for the 2014 Eclipse Awards were announced Jan. 7 on HRTV at Santa Anita Park in Arcadia, Calif. Bayern, California Chrome, and Main Sequence were named as finalists for the Horse of the Year title.

Haskin: Chrome Team Shut Out

By Steve Haskin
January 7, 2015
Racing

If California Chrome is voted Horse of the Year, it is inconceivable to think that none of his connections--owner, breeder, trainer, and jockey--will be even be an Eclipse finalist. read blog

Joe Clancy Wins News/Enterprise Eclipse

By Blood-Horse Staff
January 6, 2015
Mid-Atlantic

Clancy penned the winning entry "Horse of a Lifetime," a news account of the 2014 Preakness Stakes (gr. I) won by California Chrome. It appeared in the July edition of Mid-Atlantic Thoroughbred magazine.

Blood-Horse Feature Wins Eclipse Award

By Blood-Horse Staff
January 5, 2015
Kentucky

The Blood-Horse has won the 2014 Media Eclipse Award in the audio/multi-media Internet category for "Waiting, and Waiting, for Crowning Glory: A generation repeatedly denied a Triple Crown winner looks to California Chrome".

NBC Sports Earns Eclipse in TV Features

By Blood-Horse Staff
January 5, 2015
Racing, Triple Crown

NBC Sports has won the media Eclipse Award for television features for "California Chrome: The Unlikely Champion," the story of the 2014 Kentucky Derby Presented by Yum! Brands (gr. I) and Preakness Stakes (gr. I) winner.

Bayern, California Chrome Post Strong Works

By Jack Shinar
January 3, 2015
Racing, West Region

Bayern and California Chrome took another step toward a possible early-season rematch when the leading Horse of the Year contenders worked sharply about an hour apart the morning of Jan. 3 at their respective training bases.

California Chrome Will Be Honored Jan. 10

By Blood-Horse Staff
January 1, 2015
Racing, Triple Crown

The connections of California Chrome are expected to be on hand at Santa Anita Park Jan. 10 when the Kentucky Derby Presented by Yum! Brands (gr. I) winner is honored with the Secretariat Vox Populi Award.

2014 Leaders: Familiar Names at the Top

By Ron Mitchell
January 1, 2015
Racing

For the second straight year, Todd Pletcher, Javier Castellano, and Ken and Sarah Ramsey were North America's respective top trainer, jockey, and owners for 2014.

Bayern, 'Chrome Work Toward Possible Rematch

By Blood-Horse Staff
December 27, 2014
Racing, West Region

Both Breeders' Cup Classic (gr. I) winner Bayern and Kentucky Derby Presented by Yum! Brands (gr. I) victor California Chrome posted works Dec. 27 with a possible rematch looming that could include Shared Belief.

California Chrome is Vox Populi Award Winner

By Blood-Horse Staff
December 26, 2014
Racing, West Region

Kentucky Derby Presented by Yum! Brands (gr. I) winner California Chrome has been selected to receive the 2014 Secretariat Vox Populi Award.

California Chrome Drills at Los Alamitos

By Blood-Horse Staff
December 19, 2014
Racing, West Region

California Chrome drilled a handy half mile in :49 flat at Los Alamitos Race Course Dec. 19 as he prepares for his 2015 debut in the $500,000 San Antonio Stakes (gr. II).

Slideshow: Top 10 Races of 2014

December 19, 2014
Racing

You voted for the top races of 2014, and the results are revealed in this slideshow. view slideshow

California Chrome My Horse of the Year Choice

By Frank Angst
December 16, 2014
Breeders' Cup, Triple Crown

Assuming I have a vote, I will select California Chrome as Horse of the Year on my Eclipse Award ballot. read blog

Unbeaten Acceptance Rolls On in King Glorious

By Jack Shinar
December 14, 2014
Racing, West Region

Acceptance remained unbeaten in three starts with a three-length victory as the 3-10 favorite in the $200,000 King Glorious Stakes for California-bred 2-year-olds at Los Alamitos Race Course Dec. 14.

Connections

Trainer	Art Sherman
Jockey	Victor Espinoza
Owner	Coburn, Steven and Martin, Perry
Breeder	Perry Martin & Steve Coburn

Pedigree

California Chrome View Five-Cross Pedigree	Lucky Pulpit	Pulpit
		Lucky Soph
	Love the Chase	Not For Love
		Chase It Down

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