Girvin

Dark Bay or Brown Colt
Born 2014
KY-Bred

Kentucky Derby Day - Girvin - Churchill Downs - 05-06-17

Girven Per #Derby notes: Girvin tried out the new polyflex glue-on shoes he will wear in the race.
Derby and Oaks contenders in the morning at Churchill Downbs May 4, 2017 Churchill Downs in Louisville, Ky. — Girven Per #Derby notes: Girvin tried out the new polyflex glue-on shoes he will wear in the race. Derby and Oaks contenders in the morning at Churchill Downbs May 4, 2017 Churchill Downs in Louisville, Ky.
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Girvin - Bath - Churchill Downs - 05-04-17

Girvin - Gallop - Churchill Downs - 05-04-17

Girvin with Rosie Napravnik at Churchill Downs on May 3, 2017.
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Girvin - Gallop - Churchill Downs - 05-03-17

Girvin gallops at Churchill Downs May 3, 2017 in Louisville, KY.
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Girvin with Rosie Napravnik
Derby and Oaks contenders in the morning at Churchill Downs May 3, 2017 — Girvin with Rosie Napravnik Derby and Oaks contenders in the morning at Churchill Downs May 3, 2017
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Girvin with Rosie Napravnik
Derby and Oaks contenders in the morning at Churchill Downs May 3, 2017 Churchill Downs in Louisville, Ky. — Girvin with Rosie Napravnik Derby and Oaks contenders in the morning at Churchill Downs May 3, 2017 Churchill Downs in Louisville, Ky.
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Girvin owners, Misty and Brad Grady
Derby and Oaks contenders in the morning at Churchill Downs May 3, 2017 Churchill Downs in Louisville, Ky. — Girvin owners, Misty and Brad Grady Derby and Oaks contenders in the morning at Churchill Downs May 3, 2017 Churchill Downs in Louisville, Ky.

Girvin
Derby and Oaks contenders in the morning at Churchill Downs May 3, 2017 Churchill Downs in Louisville, Ky. — Girvin Derby and Oaks contenders in the morning at Churchill Downs May 3, 2017 Churchill Downs in Louisville, Ky.
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Girvin with Rosie Napravnik and Joe Sharp
Derby and Oaks contenders in the morning at Churchill Downs May 3, 2017 Churchill Downs in Louisville, Ky. — Girvin with Rosie Napravnik and Joe Sharp Derby and Oaks contenders in the morning at Churchill Downs May 3, 2017 Churchill Downs in Louisville, Ky.
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right front foot with quarter crack
Girvin at Keeneland. April 24, 2017 Keeneland in Lexington, Ky. — right front foot with quarter crack Girvin at Keeneland. April 24, 2017 Keeneland in Lexington, Ky.

Girvin at Keeneland. April 24, 2017 Keeneland in Lexington, Ky.

Girvin | Barn Area | Keeneland | 04-24-17

Girvin at Keeneland on April 23, 2017 at Keeneland

Girvin (left) with Rosie Napravnik Sharp with trainer Joe Sharp on a pony.
Melagacy, Lady Eli and Girvin at Keeneland. April 23, 2017 Keeneland in Lexington, Ky. — Girvin (left) with Rosie Napravnik Sharp with trainer Joe Sharp on a pony. Melagacy, Lady Eli and Girvin at Keeneland. April 23, 2017 Keeneland in Lexington, Ky.

Girvin (left) with Rosie Napravnik Sharp with trainer Joe Sharp on a pony.

Girvin (behind pony) with Rosie Napravnik Sharp with trainer Joe Sharp on pony (front).

Girvin - Work - Churchill Trackside - 04-15-17

Brian Hernandez, Jr. aboard Girvin captures the 104th LA Derby at Fair Grounds.

Girvin with jockey Brian Hernandez Jr aboard wins the 104th running of the Grade II Louisiana Derby at Fair Grounds.

Mr. and Mrs. Brad Grady along with trainer Joe Sharp Rosie Napravnik Sharp escort Girvin into the winners circle after capturing the 104th running of the LA Derby at Fair Grounds.

Girvin working at the Fair Grounds with Rosie Napravnik on March 18, 2017

Girvin outside with Rosie Napravnik, up works in company at the Fair Grounds on March 18, 2017. Workmate with husband and trainer, Joe Sharp up

Girvin work at the Fair Grounds with Rosie Napravnik up on March 18, 2017

Trainer Joe Sharp holding Girvin, March 18, 2017

Girvin with Brian Hernandez, Jr. wins the Risen Star Stakes (G2) at Fair Ground on February 25, 2017.

Brian Hernandez, Jr. guides Girvin to victory in the 45th running of the Grade II Risen Star Stakes.

Brian Hernandez, Jr. guides Girvin to victory in the 45th running of the Grade II Risen Star Stakes. H

Brian Hernandez, Jr. guides Girvin to victory in the 45th running of the Risen Star Stakes.

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Irap Gets Best of Girvin in Ohio Derby

Irap proved his Toyota Blue Grass Stakes (G2) win was no fluke when he caught fellow graded stakes winner Girvin on the line to edge out a victory in the $500,000 Ohio Derby (G3) at Thistledown June 24.

Litfin at Large: Class Horses Figure in Ohio Derby

By Dave Litfin
Friday, 3:37 PM
Thoroughbred Racing, Handicapping, Midwest Region, West Region, Kentucky

In the aftermath of a Triple Crown series that produced nine different in-the-money finishers in three races, leadership of the 3-year-old division is up for grabs.

Derby Runners Stand Out in the Ohio Derby

By J. Keeler Johnson
Thursday, 7:41 PM
Handicapping

J. Keeler Johnson handicaps the Ohio Derby (G3) at Thistledown.

Kentucky Derby Starters Reunite in Ohio Derby

The Ohio Derby (G3) will feature four contenders who started in the May 6 Kentucky Derby Presented by Yum! Brands (G1), with Brad Grady's multiple grade 2 winner Girvin installed as the 2-1 morning-line choice in the nine-horse lineup.

Kentucky Derby News Update for May 4

By Claire Novak
May 4, 2017
Triple Crown

Claire Novak reports on the activities of Kentucky Derby and Oaks contenders Girvin, Classic Empire, J Boys Echo, Sailor's Valentine, and more.

Breeder Austin Hits the Target With Girvin

By Ron Mitchell
May 4, 2017
Thoroughbred Breeding, Triple Crown, Kentucky

But for the toss of a dart, Girvin might not have been foaled and would not be a major contender for this year's Kentucky Derby Presented by Yum! Brands (G1).

Kentucky Derby News Update for May 3

By Claire Novak
May 3, 2017
Triple Crown

Reporting from Churchill Downs, Claire Novak updates us on Kentucky Derby contenders Girvin, Master Plan, Always Dreaming, Patch, and the post position draw.

Derby Favorite Classic Empire Draws Post 14

By Evan Hammonds
May 3, 2017
Thoroughbred Racing, Triple Crown, Kentucky

John Oxley's Classic Empire was made the 4-1 morning-line favorite for the May 6 Kentucky Derby Presented by Yum! Brands (G1) after drawing post 14.

Girvin Makes First Visit to Track at Churchill Downs

By Alicia Wincze Hughes
May 3, 2017
Thoroughbred Racing, Triple Crown, Kentucky

Brad Grady's Twinspires.com Louisiana Derby (G2) winner Girvin took his first ever spin around the Churchill Downs oval when he galloped over the surface May 3.

ABR: Three Derby Hopefuls Heating Up, Three Cooling

May 2, 2017
Thoroughbred Racing, Handicapping, Triple Crown

McCraken appears to be on the upswing, Girvin going other way.

Steve Haskin's Derby Dozen - May 2, 2017

By Steve Haskin
May 2, 2017
Triple Crown

The final Derby Dozen for 2017. Do you agree with Steve's list? How would you rank them?

Fast Work Provides Relief for Girvin's Connections

By Frank Angst
April 29, 2017
Thoroughbred Racing, Triple Crown, Kentucky

As owner Brad Grady relayed Girvin's :59 3/5 time for his five furlong breeze April 29 at Keeneland, gathered friends and family let out a relieved cheer.

A Few Early Thoughts on the Kentucky Derby Pace

J. Keeler Johnson takes an early look at the potential pace of the 2017 Kentucky Derby.

Girvin Battling Quarter Crack, KY Derby Not Ruled Out

By Alicia Wincze Hughes
April 27, 2017
Thoroughbred Racing, Triple Crown, Kentucky

Brad Grady's Twinspires.com Louisiana Derby (G2) winner Girvin is currently battling a quarter crack in his right front foot but his connections are still hopeful the son of Tale of Ekati can run in the May 6 Kentucky Derby (G1).

Sharp: Girvin Still on Track for Kentucky Derby

By Alicia Wincze Hughes
April 26, 2017
Thoroughbred Racing, Triple Crown, Kentucky

Amidst growing speculation regarding the status of Twinspires.com Louisiana Derby (G2) winner Girvin, trainer Joe Sharp said April 26 the colt is still on track to have his last serious workout for the Kentucky Derby (G1) in the coming days.

Steve Haskin's Derby Dozen - April 25, 2017

By Steve Haskin
April 25, 2017
Triple Crown

The details in the Dozen make the difference as the Derby draws near.

Girvin, Fast and Accurate Work Toward Derby

By BloodHorse Staff
April 15, 2017
Thoroughbred Racing, Triple Crown, Kentucky

Kentucky Derby Presented by Yum! Brands (G1) contender Girvin recorded his first breeze since winning the TwinSpires.com Louisiana Derby (G2) with a half-mile move in :47 4/5 April 15 at Trackside Louisville.

McCraken Joins Other Derby Hopefuls at Churchill

By BloodHorse Staff
April 11, 2017
Thoroughbred Racing, Triple Crown, Kentucky

Janis Whitham's McCraken arrived at trainer Ian Wilkes' Barn 26 at Churchill Downs the morning of April 10 following a third-place finish in Saturday's Toyota Blue Grass Stakes (G2) at Keeneland.

Steve Haskin's Derby Dozen - April 4, 2017

By Steve Haskin
April 4, 2017
Triple Crown

There's a new number one in the Derby Dozen, and the return of an old face at number 12

Girvin Reigns in Louisiana Derby

By Alicia Wincze Hughes
April 1, 2017
Thoroughbred Racing, Triple Crown, Midwest Region

Girvin booked his trip to the Kentucky Derby Presented by Yum Brands (G1) with a 1 1/4-length victory over Patch in the $1 million TwinSpires.com Louisiana Derby (G2) April 1 at Fair Grounds Race Course & Slots.

Plenty of Options in Competitive Louisiana Derby

By J. Keeler Johnson
March 30, 2017
Handicapping

J. Keeler Johnson handicaps the Louisiana Derby (G2) at Fair Grounds.

Girvin Heads Louisiana Derby Field

By Jeremy Balan
March 26, 2017
Thoroughbred Racing, Triple Crown, Southwest Region

In a Triple Crown prep season that has been full of chaos, Brad Grady's Girvin will hope to supply a bit of stability April 1 in the $1 million Louisiana Derby (G2) at Fair Grounds Race Course & Slots.

Fields Set for Louisiana Derby, Fair Grounds Oaks

By BloodHorse Staff
March 25, 2017
Thoroughbred Racing, Triple Crown, Southwest Region

Brad Grady's lightly raced Girvin headlines the $1 million Twinspires.com Louisiana Derby (G2) set for April 1 at Fair Grounds Race Course & Slots, which drew their Louisiana Derby Day card March 25.

Gunnevera Leads Busy Sophomore Work Slate

By BloodHorse Staff
March 25, 2017
Thoroughbred Racing, Triple Crown, Southeast Region, West Region, Kentucky

Peacock Racing Stables' multiple graded stakes winner Gunnevera put in his final breeze March 25 for the $1 million Xpressbet.com Florida Derby (G1) April 1 at Gulfstream Park, leading a coast-to-coast slate of sophomore works.

Steve Haskin's Derby Dozen - March 21, 2017

By Steve Haskin
March 22, 2017
Triple Crown

Was Malagacy's Rebel performance enough to secure a place in the Derby Dozen?

Farrell Fires Five-Furlong Bullet

By BloodHorse Staff
March 18, 2017
Thoroughbred Racing, Triple Crown, Kentucky Oaks, Midwest Region

Coffee Pot Stables' homebred Farrell turned in an impressive move in her preparations for the $400,000 Fair Grounds Oaks (G2), drilling a bullet five furlongs in 1:00 at Fair Grounds Race Course & Slots March 18.

Steve Haskin's Derby Dozen - March 14, 2017

By Steve Haskin
March 14, 2017
Triple Crown

Mastery's injury and weekend results impact the Derby Dozen, which features the return of some old faces.

Girvin Turns in First Work Since Risen Star Triumph

By Alicia Wincze Hughes
March 11, 2017
Thoroughbred Racing, Triple Crown, Midwest Region

With trainer Joe Sharp on workmate Cool Arrow and his wife, former jockey Rosie Napravnik, at the helm of the stable's newest big horse, Girvin turned in first move since his win in the Risen Star (G2) and covered a half-mile in :49 March 11.

Steve Haskin's Derby Dozen - March 7, 2017

By Steve Haskin
March 7, 2017
Triple Crown

It's a week of changes for the Derby Dozen, including a new top dog. Also, new faces mean that some old favorites are now on the outside.

The Road: Planning, Adjustments Work Well for Girvin

By Frank Angst
March 6, 2017
Triple Crown

Risen Star Stakes (G2) winner Girvin has put together past performances that hint at the combination of careful planning and needed adjustments required in Thoroughbred training.

Steve Haskin's Derby Dozen - February 28, 2017

By Steve Haskin
February 28, 2017
Triple Crown

Late-breaking news that McCraken will miss the Tampa Bay Derby due to a minor ankle injury has scrambled things up at the last minute. And, there is another new face amongst the 12.

Girvin, Farrell Exit Fair Grounds Wins Well

By BloodHorse Staff
February 26, 2017
Thoroughbred Racing, Triple Crown, Kentucky Oaks, Southwest Region

Both Brad Grady's Girvin and Coffeepot Stables' Farrell exited their Feb. 25 grade 2 victories well, according to their respective connections.

Girvin Upsets Risen Star Stakes

By Alicia Wincze Hughes
February 25, 2017
Thoroughbred Racing, Triple Crown, Midwest Region

The Risen Star Stakes (G2) became an unlikely coming out party for Brad Grady's Girvin when he captured the $400,000 test by two lengths over Untrapped, earning 50 qualifying points on the Kentucky Derby leaderboard.

Risen Star Hero Could Be a Local One

J. Keeler Johnson handicaps the Risen Star Stakes (GII) at Fair Grounds.

Connections

Trainer	Joe Sharp
Jockey	Mike E. Smith
Owner	Brad Grady
Breeder	Bob Austin & John Witte

Pedigree

Girvin View Five-Cross Pedigree	Tale of Ekati	Tale of the Cat
		Silence Beauty (JPN)
	Catch the Moon	Malibu Moon
		Catch My Fancy

Auction History

Sale / Hip	Type	Buyer	Consignor	Price
KEESEP2015 Hip 152	Yearling		Legacy Bloodstock, agent	($140,000)
FTKOCT2015 Hip 28	Yearling	Grand Oaks	Legacy Bloodstock, agent	$130,000

Prices in parentheses indicate a horse did not sell because it did not meet its reserve price.

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