30-in-30: Top 10 Breeders' Cups 2004-2012
Outstanding females provided many of the thrills during the Breeder's Cup's third decade.
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Goldikova at Churchill Downs, November 1, 2011.
Photo: Anne M. Eberhardt
Goldikova at Churchill Downs, November 1, 2011.
Photo: Anne M. Eberhardt
Goldikova at Churchill Downs, November 1, 2011.
Photo: Anne M. Eberhardt
Goldikova at Churchill Downs, November 1, 2011.
Photo: Anne M. Eberhardt
Goldikova works towrad the Arc 9/28/2011
Photo: John Gilmore
Goldikova after running in the Prix Jacques Le Marois
Photo: John Gilmore
Goldikova with Olivier Peslier prior to the Prix Jacques Le Marois
Photo: John Gilmore
Immortal Verse (green/white cap) wins the Prix Jacques Le Marois, upsetting Goldikova (solid white cap)
Photo: John Gilmore
Immortal Verse (green/white silks) wins the Prix Jacques Le Marois, upsetting Goldikova (blue/white silks).
Photo: John Gilmore
Goldikova wins the Prix Rothschild.
Photo: John Gilmore
Goldikova wins the Prix Rothschild.
Photo: John Gilmore
Goldikova wins the Prix Rothschild.
Photo: John Gilmore
Goldikova wins the Prix D'Ispan.
Photo: John Gilmore
Golikova in the 2010 BC Mile.
Photo: Chad Harmon
Goldikova wins the 2010 Breeders' Cup Mile.
Photo: Rick Samuels
Goldikova BC 2010
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Goldikova BC 2010
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Goldikova BC 2010
Photo: Mathea Kelley
Goldikova wins the 2009 Breeders' Cup Mile.
Photo: Anne M. Eberhardt
Goldikova wins the 2010 Queen Anne.
Photo: Trevor Jones
Goldikova wins the 2010 Qatar Prix de la Foret.
Photo: Trevor Jones
Goldikova wins the 2009 Breeders' Cup Mile
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Goldikova at the 2009 Breeders' Cup
Photo: Mathea Kelley
Goldikova wins the 2008 Breeders' Cup Mile.
Photo: Rick Samuels
Goldikova wins the 2008 Prix du Moulin
Photo: John CroftsConnections
| Trainer | Frederic Head |
|---|---|
| Jockey | Olivier Peslier |
| Owner | Wertheimer and Frere |
| Breeder | Wertheimer Et Frere |
Pedigree
| Goldikova (IRE) View Five-Cross Pedigree | Anabaa | Danzig |
| Balbonella (FR) | ||
| Born Gold | Blushing Groom (FR) | |
| Riviere D'or |
Auction History
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Breeders' Cup: Celebrating 30 Years
An infographic celebrating the Breeders' Cup 30th Anniversary. view infographic
Breeders' Cup Repeat Runs
As a companion to the feature in the October 26 Blood-Horse, we present video highlights of the 12 horses who have had multiple Breeders' Cup victories. Watch Video
What's Going On Here: Royal and Wise
Race for Horse of the Year kicks into gear. read blog
Goldikova Full Brother Anodin Secures Victory
After a pair of runner-up finishes last season, Wertheimer and Frere homebred Anodin, a full brother to three-time Breeders' Cup Mile (gr. IT) winner Goldikova, secured a clear victory in his 3-year-old debut.
Goldikova's First Foal Is a Colt
Alain and Gerard Wertheimer's homebred champion Goldikova, the sole three-time Breeders' Cup winner, produced her first foal, a colt by leading sire Galileo.
Arqana Sale Closes with Record Receipts
The Arqana breeding stock sale concluded Dec. 11 in Deauville with a new benchmark in overall total receipts for the four-day auction that was bolstered by strong numbers at the top end of the market.
Courageous Cat to Questroyal North
Courageous Cat, a grade I winner and millionaire son of Storm Cat, will move to Questroyal North near Stillwater, N.Y., after spending his first season at Lane's End Farm in Kentucky.
BC Interview: Freddie Head
Freddie Head, who won the Breeders' Cup Mile three times with Goldikova, talks about 2012 contender Moonlight Cloud, a filly running against the boys. Watch Video
Slideshow: Breeders' Cup Mile
Images from the Breeders' Cup Mile: 1984 - 2011. View Slideshow
Eyeing a Four-peat - By Eric Mitchell
A fourth consecutive HOY title by a female is very possible for 2012. read blog
Voting Opens for Secretariat Vox Populi Award
Online voting is now open for the second annual Secretariat Vox Populi Award. Created by Secretariat's owner Penny Chenery, the award recognizes the racehorse whose popularity and excellence resounded most with the public.
Fans to Vote on Racing's Moment of the Year
Voting is under way at the National Thoroughbred Racing Association web site, www.ntra.com, for the 13th annual "NTRA Moment of the Year." Voters can choose from among 12 images, drawn from the year's events.
Slideshow: 2011 Breeders' Cup Day 2
2011 Breeders' Cup World Championships - Day 2: Photos of the day two winners at the 2011 Breeders' Cup. view slideshow
Freddy Head On Goldikova (Video)
Comments from Freddy Head after her third in the 2011 Breeders' Cup Mile. Watch Video
Court Vision Upsets Goldikova in BC Mile
The world-class racemare, already a record-holder having won three Breeders' Cup Miles, finishes third in her attempt to win a fourth. Longshot Court Vision wins by a nose over Turallure.
THS: 2011 Breeders' Cup Part I
Jason, Tom, Evan, and James Scully of twinspires.com give quick picks for the Ladies' Classic, the Sprint, the Turf Sprint, the Dirt Mile, the Turf, the Juvenile, and the Mile. Includes Past Performances for the Juvenile. Watch Video
Mixed Emotions for Goldikova's Trainer
As the great race mare Goldikova enters the final race of her remarkable career when she seeks an unprecedented fourth consecutive TVG Breeders' Cup Mile (gr. IT) victory, trainer Freddy Head has mixed emotions.
Breeders' Cup News Minute: 11/02/11 (Video)
Lenny Shulman reports on the news of the day, including So You Think, Goldikova, the Baffert contingent, and the weather. Sponsored by Taylor Made Stallions Watch Video
Slideshow: Breeders Cup Mile 1984-2010
See the past Breeders' Cup Mile winners from Royal Heroine to Goldikova. view slideshow
Breeders' Cup News Minute: 11/01/11 (Video)
Lenny Shulman presents the news of the day, including Europeans on the track, led by Goldikova. Plus, Stacelita, Turbulent Descent, Union Rags, and State of Play. Sponsored by Taylor Made Stallions. Watch Video
Goldikova Draws Rail in Quest for Fourth Mile
An audible groan went up from the table of traveling lads from France at the Breeders' Cup World Championships post-position draw when it was announced three-time Mile (gr. IT) winner had drawn the rail.
Through The Lens: Shooting for Four
More photos from John Gilmore, as Goldikova tries for her fourth BC Mile victory. read blog
Head: Goldikova Better Than Ever
Freddy Head is confident his 6-year-old old mare can pull off a fourth BC Mile win.
TCI: First Look at the BC Pre-Entries (Video)
Jon and Joel take a first look at the Pre-Entries, focusing on the Filly & Mare Turf, the Sprint, the Turf, the Dirt Mile, the Mile, the Ladies' Classic, and the Classic. Brought to you by Taylor Made Stallions. Watch Video
Breeders' Cup Pre-Entries: Star Appeal
Goldikova, Havre de Grace lead the charge for the 2011 Breeders' Cup World Championships. Eight of the 15 races are over-subscribed.
Hangin' With Haskin: Girls Gone Wild
- By Steve Haskin
Fillies are beating colts regularly all over the world. read blog
Dream Ahead Retired to Ballylinch
Dream Ahead, who beat Goldikova in the Qatar Prix de la Foret (Fr-I) Oct. 2 in what was his final start, has been retired for stallion duty in 2012 at Ballylinch Stud near Thomastown, Ireland.
Handicapping the Race for Horse of the Year
Game On Dude, Havre de Grace, and Tizway probably control their own destiny. read blog
Clement Still Pointing Gio Ponti to BC Mile
Trainer of three-time Eclipse champion and 2010 BC Mile runner-up feels the Mile is again the best spot for the 6-year-old horse.
Slideshow: Arc de Triomphe Day
See the people and races at Longchamp. View Slideshow
Dream Ahead Nips Goldikova at Wire in Foret
Dream Ahead got up in the final strides to nip Goldikova by a nose to win the $407,904 Qatar Prix de la Foret (Fr-I) at Longchamp Oct. 2.
Goldikova Eyes Repeat in Prix de la Foret
Goldikova will face seven rivals when she bids for a repeat victory in the $407,904 Qatar Prix de la Foret (Fr-I) at Longchamp Oct. 2.
Seven Group I Races on Arc de Triomphe Day
Six other group I races besides the l'Arc de Triomphe are scheduled on the Longchamp undercard. Multiple champion Goldikova is expected to start in the Prix de la Foret.
TCI: Can Anyone Stop A Goldikova 4-Peat?
Jon and Joel discuss the Garden City Stakes, Goldikova, and reveal the BC Mile Top 5. Presented by Taylor Made Stallions. watch video
Galikova Earns Her Stripes in Prix Vermeille
Galikova stepped out from big sister Goldikova's shadow with an impressive victory in the $477,631 Qatar Prix Vermeille (Fr-I) at Longchamp Sept. 11.
Through The Lens: She's Still A Star
Guest blogger/photographer John Gilmore went to see Goldikova run in the Prix Jacques Le Marois and captured some great scenes from the day that he shares with you in his latest post on Through the Lens. read blog
And They're Off: Dog Days Edition
Lenny and Kenny Rice of NBC Sports review breaking news, the Saratoga race meet, Del Mar Exes race, Race Medication and Leftylenythelegend. Watch Video
Immortal Verse Upsets Goldikova in Marois
Immortal Verse once again displayed her sparkling turn of foot as she charged past Goldikova in the closing stages to win the $854,658 Prix Haras de Fresnay-Le-Buffard Jacques Le Marois (Fr-I) at Deauville Aug. 15.
Through The Lens: Goldikova's 2011 Campaign
Guest blogger John Gilmore shares photos and thoughts from Goldikova's 2011 races. read blog
Slideshow: Week In Photos - August 2, 2011
From Frankel to the Haskell Invitational, lots of racing from last week. Including a special guest appearance on the final slide. View Slideshow
Goldikova Makes History in Prix Rothschild
Goldikova made history when she held off the late charge of Sahpresa to claim victory in the $431,730 Prix Rothschild (Fr-I) at Deauville July 31.
Royal Ascot Interview - Richard Hughes
Jockey Richard Hughes talks about Canford Cliffs and riding at Royal Ascot. Watch Video
Canford Cliffs Targeting BC Mile
The Queen Anne (Eng-I) winner likely will square off against Goldikova at Churchill Downs, the connections said June 15.
Canford Cliffs Wears Down Goldikova at Ascot
Canford Cliffs outdueled defending champion Goldikova to capture the $406,928 Queen Anne Stakes (Eng-I) in the opening race at Royal Ascot June 14.
BloodHorse.com Brings Royal Ascot to You
BloodHorse.com and Ramsey Farm are bringing to you this month the sights and sounds of Royal Ascot.
Royal Ascot Action Will Air on TVG
TVG will have live, on-site coverage of the five-day, 2011 Royal Ascot meet from England that begins Tuesday, June 14 and runs through Saturday, June 18. Each day's card will air from 9 a.m. -- 1 p.m. EDT.
Goldikova Repeats in Prix d'Ispahan
Goldikova picked up right where she left off last season, notching another group I victory as she held off the late charge of Cirrus Des Aigles to capture the $353,785 Prix d'Ispahan (Fr-I) at Longchamp May 22.
Black Caviar Tops Blame as World's Best
Australian-based Black Caviar nosed out U.S. champion Blame as the top-rated horse in the world, based on World Thoroughbred Rankings from Oct. 1, 2010 through March 27, 2011.
Older Female: Zenyatta In Another Romp
- By Steve Haskin
Jerry and Ann Moss' Zenyatta repeats as champion Older Female, collecting 237 first-place votes. The daughter of Street Cry won five of six in 2010, and retired at the end of the year 19-for-20.
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