Graded Stakes Winner Diamond Stripes Euthanized
Multiple graded-stakes winner Diamond Stripes was euthanized May 29 at Old Friends Thoroughbred Retirement Farm near Georgetown, Ky, the facility announced May 30.
Diamond Stripes
- Gray or Roan Gelding
- Born 2003
- FL-Bred
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Old Friends Acquires Diamond Stripes
Diamond Stripes, a group II winning son of Notebook, has been retired to Old Friends, the Thoroughbred retirement center near Georgetown, Ky.
Stud Plans for Big Brown Due Thursday
Big Brown will not race past his 3-year-old year as stud plans for the Derby winner are set to be announced May 15, according to IEAH Stables' Michael Iavarone.
Curlin to Get Break, Race Later in Year
After his impressive win in $6 million Dubai World Cup UAE-I), Curlin will have a well-deserved rest before returning to the track for the second part of the year, trainer Steve Asmussen said a day after his champion's March 29 victory.
Big Brown Fine, Smooth Air to KY Derby
Despite suffering from a case of laryngitis and unable to speak much, trainer Rick Dutrow Jr. said that Florida Derby (gr. I) runaway winner Big Brown came out of the March 29 event in good shape.
Diamond Stripes Takes Godolphin Mile
Four Roses Thoroughbreds' Diamond Stripes scored the biggest victory of his career March 29 at Nad al Sheba in Dubai, bravely battling back on the rail in the final sixteenth to take the $1-million Godolphin Mile (UAE-II) by a length under Edgar Prado.
Diamond Stripes Vs Godolphin Duo in Mile
Four Roses Thoroughbreds' Diamond Stripes faces a tall task in topping a pair of local Godolphin stars in Saturday's Godolphin Mile (UAE-II) at Nad al Sheba.
Dutrow's Big Weekend Includes Dubai
Rick Dutrow may be staying in the United States this weekend, but his runners in Dubai are not to be discounted. On March 29, Benny the Bull tackles the Golden Shaheen while Diamond Stripes aims for the Godolphin Mile.
Go Between Caps Mott's Sunny Day
Go Between's late-running victory in the $1 million Sunshine Millions Classic at Santa Anita gave trainer Bill Mott his third victory in the eight-race series for California and Florida breds Jan. 26.
Take Your Pick in Millions Classic
Grade II winner Diamond Stripes is the lukewarm favorite among a dozen entered for the $1 million Sunshine Millions Classic at Santa Anita Jan. 26.
A.P. Arrow Shoots Straight in Clark
The Todd Pletcher-trained A.P. Arrow survived a cavalry charge at the head of the lane and a stretch duel with Fred Bradley's Brass Hat to win the $554,000 Clark Handicap Presented by Norton Healthcare (gr. II) at Churchill Downs Nov. 23, bumping his career earnings past the $1-million mark.
'Stripes' Seeking Rebound in Clark
Four Roses Thoroughbreds' Diamond Stripes looks to rebound from an eighth-place finish in the slop in the Breeders' Cup Classic - Powered by Dodge (gr. I) when he faces eight foes in a contentious renewal of the Clark Handicap (gr. II) Nov. 23 at Churchill Downs.
Midnight Lute Among Cigar Mile Noms
Mike Pegram's Midnight Lute, winner of the TVG Breeders' Cup Sprint (gr. I), is expected for the Nov. 24 Hill 'n' Dale Cigar Mile (gr. I), which highlights Aqueduct's HolidayFest.
Diamond Stripes Earns Bling in Meadowlands Cup
Based on the company he had been keeping, it was going to be difficult to deny favored Diamond Stripes in the $500,000 Meadowlands Breeders' Cup (gr. II). Magna Graduate did everything he could in a stretch-long duel with the 11-10 choice, but came up a half-length short the night of Oct. 5 in New Jersey.
Diamond Stripes, Magna Graduate Duel in Meadowlands Cup
After futilely chasing Lawyer Ron in his past two starts at Saratoga, Diamond Stripes lands in a softer spot when he takes on six rivals as the expected favorite in the $500,000 Meadowlands Cup (gr. II) on the night of Oct. 5 in New Jersey.
Another Monster Effort From Lawyer Ron?
Todd Pletcher is not expecting another Saratoga track record, but the nation's leading trainer is looking forward to another big effort from Lawyer Ron in the $500,000 Woodward Stakes (gr. I) Sept. 1 at Saratoga.
Lawyer Ron Romps in Whitney, Sets Track Mark
Hines Racing's Lawyer Ron overcame an outside post position to set a track record while defeating a formidable field in winning the $810,000 Whitney Stakes (gr. I) Saturday at Saratoga.
A Day At The Spa: July 28, Summer Place To Be
Whether you're from Providence, Boston, New York City, or destinations beyond and between, Saratoga is the summer place to be.
Flashy Bull Charges to Rich Foster Triumph
West Point Thoroughbreds' Flashy Bull left the field behind leaving the far turn, then dug deep in the final sixteenth to hold off the fast closing Magna Graduate and Diamond Stripes to win the $829,500 Stephen Foster Handicap (gr. I) in a surprise at Churchill Downs Saturday.
High Cotton Top Pick for Big M's Pegasus
The Todd Pletcher-trained High Cotton tops a field of nine 3-year-olds entered in the $250,000 Pegasus Stakes (gr. III) on Friday night at the Meadowlands.
Connections
| Trainer | DUTROW RICHARD JR |
|---|---|
| Jockey | PRADO E |
| Owner | UNKNOWN |
| Breeder | Mr. & Mrs. Samuel H. Rogers Jr. |
Pedigree
| Diamond Stripes View Five-Cross Pedigree | Notebook | Well Decorated |
| Mobcap | ||
| Romantic Summer | On to Glory | |
| Summer Romance |
Auction History
| Sale / Hip | Type | Buyer | Consignor | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| KEENOV2003 Hip 2298 |
Weanling | Southern Cypress Stable, agent | Taylor Made Sales Agency, agent for Whiteoaks | $95,000 |
| KEESEP2004 Hip 1483 |
Yearling | Buckram Oak Farm | Taylor Made Sales Agency, agent for Classic Oaks Farm | $340,000 |
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