California Chrome

Chestnut Colt
Born 2011
CA-Bred

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California Chrome in the Belmont Stakes.
Photo: Chad B. Harmon
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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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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

Auction History

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Art Sherman to Receive Laffit Pincay Award

July 23, 2014
Racing, West Region

Art Sherman, a career horseman who rose to the pinnacle of racing this past spring when he guided California Chrome in a thrilling Triple Crown run, has been named the 2014 recipient of the Laffit Pincay Jr. Award.

F-T July: 'Chrome' Asst. Trainer Alan Sherman

July 13, 2014

California Chrome's assistant trainer is looking for horses to buy at the Fasig-Tipton Kentucky July Sale. watch video

California Chrome Returning Early From Break

Dual classic winner California Chrome is due to return to his Los Alamitos stable July 17, two weeks earlier than expected. His first start back could come at his home track Sept. 20, said trainer Art Sherman.

California Chrome Progressing Toward Return

California Chrome could make his first start back after a brief layoff in a race at Los Alamitos in September en route to the Breeders' Cup Classic.

WGOH: Choose Greatness - by Eric Mitchell

By Eric Mitchell
June 18, 2014
Racing

The Triple Crown is supposed to be hard; reform could ruin it read blog

Espinoza Ready to Embark for Royal Ascot

With his Triple Crown assault aboard California Chrome behind him, jockey Victor Espinoza is set to add to his frequent flier miles when he leaves for England Sunday, June 15.

Daughters Keep Swaps' Line Alive

June 13, 2014
Breeding

With no suitable male heir, Swaps has faded from the breeding headlines, but his daughters left a more important legacy.

California Chrome Rated Fourth-Best in World

Dual classic winner California Chrome is the fourth-ranked horse in the latest "World's Best Racehorse Rankings" published June 12 by the International Federation of Horseracing Authorities.

California Chrome Taking it Easy at Los Al

By Jack Shinar
June 11, 2014
Racing, Breeders' Cup, Triple Crown, West Region

No news is good news for California Chrome, who is healing up at trainer Art Sherman's Los Alamitos Race Course barn following a courageous Triple Crown bid that ended with a defeat June 7 in the Belmont Stakes (gr. I).

Dumb Ass Partner - by Evan Hammonds

By Evan Hammonds
June 10, 2014

You can judge a man by how he reacts to his first good horse. read blog

Coburn Apologizes for Post-Belmont Remarks

Steve Coburn, co-owner of California Chrome, returned to television the morning of June 9 to apologize for comments he made after the Belmont Stakes (gr. I) June 7 and on television the following day.

Haskin's Belmont Recap: Tone It Up

By Steve Haskin
June 9, 2014
Triple Crown

Once again, racing fans, longing for that happy ending to their fairy tale, followed Alice down the rabbit hole in search of Wonderland, only to find nothing more than the harsh reality that is racing. read blog

Waiting, and Waiting, for Crowning Glory

By Frank Angst
June 9, 2014
Triple Crown

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

Haskin: Time to Move On

By Steve Haskin
June 9, 2014
Triple Crown

There are several elements to Steve Coburn's outburst following Saturday's Belmont Stakes. read blog

Record Equibase Traffic for Triple Crown

Equibase announced that California Chrome's quest to become Thoroughbred racing's 12th Triple Crown winner helped drive unprecedented traffic across all Equibase electronic platforms.

2014 Belmont Stakes Race Sequence

June 8, 2014
Triple Crown

Relive Tonalist's victory in the 2014 Belmont Stakes. See where your favorite horse was at seven points of the race with our interactive slideshow. view slideshow

After the Wire: Belmont Stakes 146

June 8, 2014
Triple Crown

J. Keeler Johnson takes a look at the Belmont Stakes and also reflects on several undercard races for this week's After the Wire. watch video

Whoa Nellie, Maybe Coburn's Right

By Jack Shinar
June 8, 2014
Triple Crown

In their rush to heap ridicule on upstart horse owner Steve Coburn for complaining about the Triple Crown series, the racing press and, apparently, most of the sport's fans, are missing an important point. read blog

Belmont Stakes Overnight TV Rating Strong

This year's telecast of the June 7 Belmont Stakes (gr. I) on NBC garnered the second-highest overnight rating and share, according to the NBC SportsPR Twitter account.

California Chrome Leaves for California

June 8, 2014
Triple Crown

Watch California Chrome leave his barn, load the truck, and head towards home after attempting a Triple Crown win in the Belmont Stakes. watch video

Post Belmont Stakes News Update for June 8

By Claire Novak
June 8, 2014
Triple Crown

Claire Novak updates us on how the horses returned from the Belmont Stakes and their future plans. Tonalist and Commissioner may point towards the Travers and Breeders' Cup is still in sight for California Chrome. watch video

'Chrome' Co-Owner Has No Regrets for Comments

By Claire Novak
June 8, 2014
Racing, Triple Crown, Northeast Region, West Region

Art Sherman expected California Chrome co-owner Steve Coburn to apologize the morning of June 8 for comments he made in the aftermath of his runner's spoiled Triple Crown bid, but the outspoken Coburn did nothing of the kind.

Clement Reflects on Tonalist's Belmont Win

By Ron Mitchell
June 8, 2014
Racing, Triple Crown

Less than 12 hours after saddling Tonalist to an upset victory in the Belmont Stakes (gr. I), trainer Christophe Clement was in his usual spot on the apron at the New York track at 5:30 a.m. June 8, overseeing workouts.

Belmont Stakes 146 Press Conference

June 8, 2014
Triple Crown

Listen to the connections of Tonalist and California Chrome reflect on the Belmont Stakes. watch video

Belmont: Steve Coburn Does Not Apologize

By Claire Novak
June 8, 2014
Triple Crown

California Chrome owner stands by his comments June 8 on Good Morning America. watch video

Slideshow: Belmont Stakes 146

June 8, 2014
Triple Crown

View the dramatic images during the unfolding of the 2014 Belmont Stakes. view slideshow

Chrome's Crown Quest Results in Record Handle

California Chrome's unsuccessful Triple Crown quest was very good for Belmont Park, which reported record on-track and all-source handle and third-highest attendance of 102,199 on June 7.

2014 Belmont Stakes Wrap

By Claire Novak
June 7, 2014
Triple Crown

Claire Novak recaps Tonalist's victory in the 2014 Belmont Stakes, including comments from his trainer Christophe Clement, and comments from the connections of the beaten favorite California Chrome. Watch Video

California Chrome Returns to Barn

June 7, 2014
Triple Crown

California Chrome, who dead-heated for fourth in Belmont Stakes, returns to his barn. Watch Video

Tonalist Denies 'Chrome' Crown in Belmont

Robert Evan's Tonalist rallied late to edge Commissioner to win the June 7 Belmont Stakes (gr. I). California Chrome, bidding for the Triple Crown, finished in a dead-heat with Wicked Strong for fourth behind Medal Count.

Derek Brown: Belmont Day Romance on the Line

June 7, 2014
Racing, Triple Crown, Northeast Region

The entire card on Belmont Stakes Day is far too important to let distractions involving a semi-plausible future with the two of you skipping through fields of poppies creep in.

Great Weather, Crowd Expected for Belmont

With California Chrome going for the Triple Crown and a forecast of abundant sunshine, low humidity, and temperatures in the high 70s, the crowed at Belmont Park began forming early for the June 7 Belmont Stakes.

Belmont Stakes Day Bath for California Chrome

June 7, 2014
Triple Crown

California Chrome being bathed after going to track at 5:30 on Belmont Stakes Day. Watch Video

Belmont Preview: Looking for The One

Join the ranks of those who have tracked the shooting star journey of California Chrome. You don't have to like him. You can even pick against. But what would you do if this time, the hype turned out to be real?

Slideshow: 2014 Belmont Stakes Week

June 7, 2014

Images from the weeks leading up to the Belmont Stakes. View Slideshow

California Chrome Feature: Alan Sherman

By Claire Novak
June 6, 2014
Triple Crown

As the Belmont Stakes approaches, Claire Novak and Scott Tracy tell the story of Alan Sherman, Art Sherman's son and assistant trainer who has traveled extensively with Triple Crown hopeful California Chrome. Watch Video

Haskin: A Chrome Kinda Morning

June 6, 2014
Triple Crown

Everything seemed to sparkle and shine Friday morning. read blog

All Systems Go for 'Chrome' at Belmont

By Claire Novak
June 6, 2014
Racing, Triple Crown, Northeast Region, West Region

California Chrome schooled in the paddock and galloped at Belmont Park June 6, one day before his chance to make history in the Belmont Stakes by winning the Triple Crown.

Rival Jockeys Have Visions of Beating Chrome

"Most likely (California Chrome) will be in front of us early on," said Rajiv Maragh, rider of Wicked Strong. "...We'll have to go by in the stretch. I've had a couple of dreams the last few nights that I pass him.

Belmont Stakes News Update for June 6, 2014

By Claire Novak
June 6, 2014
Triple Crown

Claire Novak updates on the news of the day, including new arrivals Medal Count and General a Rod on the track, and California Chrome schools in the paddock. Claire is joined by special guest, Kent Taylor of WAVE TV. watch video

Live Chat - Friday, June 6 at NOON EST

By Claire Novak
June 6, 2014
Triple Crown

The transcript for the June 6 Live Chat is now available.

The Swaps Connection

By Avalyn Hunter
June 6, 2014
Breeding

Just more than 60 years ago a trim California-bred with unorthodox connections came East to shock the racing establishment by scoring an upset win in the 1955 Kentucky Derby.

Foal Crop Size Favors California Chrome

By Evan Hammonds
June 6, 2014
Breeding, Triple Crown, Northeast Region

A shrinking foal crop over the last several years may give California Chrome an edge over past Derby/Preakness winners heading into the June 7 Belmont Stakes (gr. I).

Using Triple Crown Buzz to Attract New Owners

June 6, 2014

An American Horse Council program is encouraging all horse operations to use the buzz from a potential Triple Crown winner to introduce racing and equestrian sports to new owners.

California Chrome Goes to the Track

By Ron Mitchell
June 6, 2014
Triple Crown

California Chrome, going to the track after visiting the paddock June 6. watch video

That Handicapping Show: The Belmont Stakes

Claire Novak and special guest Peter Rotondo handicap the Belmont Stakes. Peter has had success at picking winners in the Belmont and shares stories while providing insight on this year's running. Watch Video

Baffert: Break Key to Chrome's Crown Hopes

By Blood-Horse Staff
June 5, 2014
Racing, Triple Crown, Northeast Region, West Region

If anyone knows how tough it is to sweep the Triple Crown, it's Bob Baffert. The Hall of Fame trainer came within a heartbeat of winning it twice, with Silver Charm in 1997 and Real Quiet in 1998.

Belmont Stakes Contenders: A Quick Guide

June 5, 2014
Triple Crown

Meet the Belmont Stakes Contenders. Use this quick and informative guide for a look at the field for the June 7 Belmont Stakes (gr. I). It is compiled in post position order by Ron Mitchell, with analysis by Evan Hammonds.

California Chrome Schools at Rainy Belmont

California Chrome schooled at the starting gate for the second and final time June 5 at Belmont Park as his date with destiny in the $1.5 million Belmont Stakes (gr. I) draws closer.

Tagg Takes 'Cides' with California Chrome

Barclay Tagg, trainer of 2003 Kentucky Derby and Preakness winner Funny Cide, discusses the distractions and pitfalls of Belmont week as California Chrome nears his run to become racing's 12th winner of the Triple Crown.

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