Variety of Sales Histories for Derby Field
Will Take Charge and Goldencents are at the opposite ends of this year's sales histories for horses entered in the Kentucky Derby presented by Yum! Brands (gr. I).
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Falling Sky - Churchill Downs, May 2, 2013.
Photo: Rick Samuels
Falling Sky - Churchill Downs, May 1, 2013.
Photo: Rick Samuels
Falling Sky - Churchill Downs, May 1, 2013.
Photo: Chad Harmon
Falling Sky - Churchill Downs, April 29, 2013.
Photo: Mathea Kelley
Falling Sky - Churchill Downs, April 26, 2013.
Photo: Anne M. Eberhardt
Falling Sky - Churchill Downs, April 26, 2013.
Photo: Reed Palmer Photography, Churchill Downs
Falling Sky wins the 2013 Sam F. Davis.
Photo: Tom Cooley Photography
Falling Sky wins the 2013 Sam F. Davis.
Photo: Tom Cooley Photography
Falling Sky wins the 2013 Sam F. Davis.
Photo: Tom Cooley PhotographyConnections
| Trainer | George Weaver |
|---|---|
| Jockey | Luis Saez |
| Owner | Newtown Anner Stud and Bulger, Joseph |
| Breeder | Copper Penny Stables LLC |
Pedigree
| Falling Sky View Five-Cross Pedigree | Lion Heart | Tale of the Cat |
| Satin Sunrise | ||
| Sea Dragoness | Sea Hero | |
| Slew the Dragoness |
Auction History
| Sale / Hip | Type | Buyer | Consignor | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| KEENOV2010 Hip 3391 |
Weanling | Off the Hook, agent for Calixto Armas | Brookdale Sales, agent for Copper Penny Stables | $16,000 |
| OBSJAN2013 Hip 297 |
Racing or stallion prospect | Justin Casse, agent | Off the Hook | $425,000 |
Blue Sky for Falling Sky Co-Owner Covello
Jim Covello has enjoyed a good deal of success since getting into Thoroughbred ownership a decade ago, but he's hoping Falling Sky provides the icing on the cake in the May 4 Kentucky Derby.
Kentucky Derby - John Terranova & Falling Sky
Trainer John Terranova talks about Kentucky Derby contender Falling Sky. watch video
Vyjack Heads Derby Works with Half Mile Move
Vyjack, third in the Wood Memorial (gr. I) last time out, led a small group of workers for the Kentucky Derby (gr. I) on the morning of April 26 at Churchill Downs. Also on the tab were Golden Soul and Falling Sky.
Trainer Rodriguez Guides Vyjack at Churchill
Trainer Rudy Rodriguez put his skills as a former rider to use on Tuesday, April 23, riding grade II winner Vyjack on the Churchill Downs main track in preparation for the Kentucky Derby presented by Yum! Brands (gr. I).
Falling Sky Gets Green Light for Derby Start
Trainer John Terranova confirmed April 21 that Falling Sky "is a go" for a start in the Kentucky Derby Presented by Yum! Brands (gr. I) May 4 at Churchill Downs.
Mylute Posts Dandy Work at Churchill Downs
Mylute, runner-up in the Louisiana Derby (gr. II), continued his preparations for the Kentucky Derby Presented by Yum! Brands (gr. I) with a six-furlong breeze in 1:12 1/5 the morning of Apil 14 at Churchill Downs.
Overanalyze Makes Arkansas Derby Look Simple
Overanalyze, rebounding from a lackluster seasonal debut, overpowered his rivals in the drive to easily win the $1 million Arkansas Derby (gr. I) and stamp his ticket for this year's Run for the Roses.
War Academy 2-1 Favorite in Arkansas Derby
War Academy has been installed as the 2-1 favorite in a field of 10 3-year-olds entered for the 77th running of the Arkansas Derby (gr. I) April 13 at Oaklawn Park.
Java's War, Falling Sky in Derby Prep Works
Java's War, a contender for the Toyota Blue Grass (gr. I), and Falling Sky, headed for the Arkansas Derby (gr. I), posted bullet moves April 7 in preparation for the Kentucky Derby Presented by Yum! Brands (gr. I) preps.
Mylute, Derby Contenders Arrive at Churchill
Mylute passed through the Churchill Downs stable gate at 3:30 a.m. (EDT) Tuesday, April 2 after vanning from Fair Grounds and was bedded down in Stall 20 of Barn 29 for trainer Tom Amoss.
Pletcher Keeping Options Open for Verrazano
Trainer Todd Pletcher was keeping his options open on the next start for Verrazano, who became the early favorite for the 2013 Kentucky Derby Presented by Yum! Brands (gr. I) with his March 9 win in the Tampa Bay Derby.
Verrazano Stays Unbeaten in Tampa Bay Derby
Verrazano lived up to his billing as a top Triple Crown contender March 9 with a solid three-length score in the $350,000 Tampa Bay Derby (gr. II) at Tampa Bay Downs.
Verrazano Makes Tampa Bay Derby Stakes Debut
Highly-regarded sophomore Verrazano makes his stakes debut against eight others March 9 in the $350,000 Tampa Bay Derby (gr. II) at Tampa Bay Downs, rolling in off an impressive 16 3/4-length allowance win at Gulfstream Park.
Falling Sky, Sky Captain Scratch from FOY
Falling Sky, winner of the Feb. 2 Sam F. Davis Stakes (gr. III) at Tampa Bay Downs, was scratched from the Besilu Stables Fountain of Youth (gr. II) the morning of the race, as was maiden winner Sky Captain.
THS: The Fountain of Youth
Claire and Pete preview the Fountain of Youth Stakes (gr. II) at Gulfstream Park, and the Risen Star (gr. II) at Fair Grounds. Watch Video
And They're Off: Spring Training Edition
- By Steve Haskin
Lenny and Steve discuss Foaling Season, the 'Old Guys' - Gary Stevens and Mike Smith, and talk to Nick Sallusto, Racing Manager and Bloodstock Agent, who purchased by Violence and Falling Sky. Sponsored by Darby Dan Farm. Watch Video
Violence Favored of 11 in Fountain of Youth
Undefeated Violence tops a Feb. 23 Fountain of Youth field that includes He's Had Enough, Cerro, Orb, and Falling Sky among 11 starters.
Falling Sky Survives Sam Davis Objection
The sky was the limit Feb. 2 at Tampa Bay Downs, with Falling Sky and Dynamic Sky finishing 1-2 in the $202,500 Sam F. Davis Stakes (gr. III). Falling Sky, a 7-1 upsetter, survived an objection to get the job done.
Sam Davis: 'Michael' Takes on Dynamic Sky
My Name is Michael and Dynamic Sky square off in 1 1/16-mile test at Tampa Bay Downs
Falling Sky Tops OBS Winter Sale Opener
Falling Sky, a 3-year-old colt by Lion Heart, sold for a session-topping $425,000 at the Ocala Breeders' Sales Co.'s winter mixed sale. Gross and average up during consignor preferred and the horses of racing age segments.
Unlocking Winners: Pasco Stakes
- By Pete Denk
This weekend's spotlight race in the 3yo division is the $100,000 Pasco Stakes at Tampa Bay Downs. read blog
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