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Nehro finishes 2nd to Alternation in the 2012 Pimlico Special.
Photo: Mathea Kelley
Ruler On Ice in the Belmont Stakes.
Photo: Chad Harmon
Nehro - Belmont Park, June 6, 2011.
Photo: Rick Samuels
Nehro - Belmont Park, June 6, 2011.
Photo: Rick Samuels
Nehro - Belmont Park, June 6, 2011.
Photo: Rick Samuels
Nehro works towards the Belmont.
Photo: Reed Palmer Photography
Nehro - Churchill Downs, May 5, 2011
Photo: Anne M. Eberhardt
Nehro - Churchill Downs, May 5, 2011
Photo: Anne M. Eberhardt
Nehro finished second to Archarcharch in the 2011 Arksansas Derby.
Photo: Coady Photography/Oaklawn Park
Nehro races in the Arkansas Derby.
Photo: Coady Photography/Oaklawn Park
Nehro finished second to Archarcharch in the 2011 Arksansas Derby.
Photo: Coady Photography/Oaklawn ParkConnections
| Trainer | Steven M. Asmussen |
|---|---|
| Jockey | Corey S. Nakatani |
| Owner | Zayat Stables, LLC |
| Breeder | Mt. Brilliant Farm LLC |
Pedigree
| Nehro View Five-Cross Pedigree | Mineshaft | A.P. Indy |
| Prospectors Delite | ||
| The Administrator | Afleet | |
| Shahriza |
Auction History
| Sale / Hip | Type | Buyer | Consignor | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| KEESEP2009 Hip 896 |
Yearling | Zayat Stables | Mt. Brilliant Farm, agent | $170,000 |
Nehro, Second in 2011 Kentucky Derby, Dead
Nehro, Zayat Stables' runner-up in the 2011 Kentucky Derby Presented by Yum! Brands (gr. I), died from colic May 4 while en route to a clinic.
Ankle Chip Sidelines Nehro for Three Months
Zayat Stables' Nehro, a dull sixth in the Stephen Foster Handicap (gr. I) in his last start, exited the race with an ankle chip and will miss about three months of training, the Zayat family said June 24.
THS: Stephen Foster Handicap
- By Tom LaMarra
Tom LaMarra and Evan Hammonds handicap the Stephen Foster Handicap at Churchill Downs this weekend. watch video
Wise Dan, Alternation Top Stephen Foster
The 31st running of the 1 1/8-mile event sets up as a faceoff between two of the country's top older horses--Pin Oak Stable's Alternation and Morton Fink's Wise Dan.
Zayat Hopes Paynter is His Masterpiece
Ahmed Zayat has come close repeatedly in racing's 3-year-old classics, including with Bodemeister in the Kentucky Derby and Preakness. He hopes Paynter can put him over the top in the Belmont Stakes.
Alternation Edges Nehro in Pimlico Special
Pin Oak Stable's Alternation grabbed the lead inside the eighth pole and held off the late charge of Nehro to win the May 18 Pimlico Special (gr. III) by a nose. The son of Distorted Humor covered 1 3/16 miles in 1:57.60.
Pimlico Special Draws Solid Field in Return
The Pimlico Special (gr. III), returning to the Pimlico racing calendar after a three-year hiatus, has drawn a sold field of 10 handicap horses, headed by Oaklawn Handicap (gr. II) winner Alternation.
Haskin's Derby Postscript: Zayat Marches On
So, after three second-place finishes in the Derby, each one more agonizing than the one before, Zayat may now turn his attention to the black-eyed susans, hoping they smell sweeter than the roses. read blog
Grade I Winners Return in Oaklawn Handicap
Recent grade I winners Hymn Book and Ron the Greek head a strong field of eight for the $400,000 Oaklawn Handicap (gr. II) April 14.
Havre de Grace Tops 'Racing Festival' Noms
Reigning Horse of the Year Havre de Grace tops the list of horses nominated to the stakes extravaganza that, along with the Arkansas Derby (gr. I), comprise the "Racing Festival of the South" at Oaklawn Park April 11-14.
Big Names Clash in New Orleans Handicap
The $1 million Louisiana Derby (gr. II) is the headliner on Fair Grounds' April 1 program, but the biggest names and most talented horses may be running on the undercard in the $400,000 New Orleans Handicap (gr. II).
Nehro's Surgery Goes 'Extremely Well'
Surgery to repair a small chip in the right front ankle of Nehro, runner-up in the Kentucky Derby Presented by Yum! Brands (gr. I), went "extremely well."
Haskin's Belmont Stakes Recap 2011
The Belmont slop produced yet another 3-year-old upset Read Blog
TCI - Belmont Stakes Wrap (Video)
Jon and Joel dissect the Belmont Stakes from the break of the gate to individual horse performances. Horses such as Stay Thirsty, Ruler On Ice, Animal Kingdom, Shackleford and Mucho Macho Man. Watch Video
Nehro to Undergo Surgery for Ankle Chip
Zayat Stable's Nehro, who finished fourth in the Belmont Stakes (gr. I), is scheduled to undergo surgery June 15 to repair a small chip in his right front ankle.
Haskin's Belmont Report: Look to the Exotics
Animal Kingdom, of course, must be included in all exotic bets. It's just a question who do you put with him? read blog
THS: The Belmont Stakes
Jason and James Scully from twinspires.com preview the Belmont Stakes (gr. I), and make their picks. Watch Video
Live Blog - Now!
Join Jason Shandler and Tom LaMarra Friday, June 10 at NOON ET to talk Belmont. Join Now!
TCI - Belmont Stakes 143
A look at all the participants in the 2011 Belmont Stakes, and picks for the big race. Watch Video
And They're Off: The Belmont Stakes
Lenny, Steve, and special guest Steve Byk report from Belmont Park about the Belmont Stakes, including thoughts about the draw, how the race will be run, and picks. Plus, a tour of Belmont Park. Watch Video
Belmont Preview: Animal Kingdom One to Beat
If many of the names in the Belmont (gr. I) look familiar, that's because they should. For the first time in history, the top seven finishers from the Kentucky Derby (gr. I) have returned for the final leg of the Triple Crown
Haskin's Belmont Report: Is It Nehro's Time?
If you can overlook the fact that Nehro has won only one race in his career in six starts, he has a much going for him in regard to being an ideal Belmont Stakes horse as anyone. read blog
Triple Crown Talk: Belmont 143 Picks
Selections for the Belmont and the late Pick 4 from Jason Shandler. read blog
Belmont Stakes News Minute - 6/9/2011
Lenny Shulman reports the news of the day, including the first appearance of Master of Hounds at Belmont. Plus, Animal Kingdom, Isn't He Perfect, Santiva, Prime Cut, and Nehro. Watch Video
Animal Kingdom 2-1 Belmont Choice; Post 9
Animal Kingdom, winner of the Kentucky Derby (gr. I) and second in the Preakness (gr. I), was named the 2-1 morning-line favorite for the $1 million Belmont Stakes (gr. I). He'll break from post 9 in a 12-horse lineup.
2011 Belmont Stakes - Predict the Order
Who will win the Belmont Stakes? Will it be Derby winner Animal Kingdom, Preakness winner Shackleford, or a new face? How will the others finish? Predict the Order
Nehro Could Give Zayat His First Classic Win
Ahmed Zayat, who seems on the cusp of winning a classic race any time now, as been in the headlines for all the right and wrong reasons in his six years of Thoroughbred ownership.
Belmont a 'New Beginning' by Evan Hammonds
The Belmont could be the start of a big run by one of many horses from this year's crop. read blog
Haskin's Belmont Report: Bred Brilliantly
Brilliant Speed was born for the Belmont Stakes. read blog
Derby Runner-Up Nehro Breezes at Belmont
Zayat Stables' Nehro went to the Belmont Park track early Monday, June 6, and the son of Mineshaft breezed a half-mile in :50 4/5 in preparation for the June 11, $1 million Belmont Stakes (gr. I).
Animal Kingdom Arrives at Belmont Park
Animal Kingdom arrived at Belmont Park at approximately 7:30 a.m. (EDT) June 5 to prepare for the June 11, $1 million Belmont Stakes (gr. I) at Belmont Park.
A Nehro Win Would be Brilliant for Goodman
Greg Goodman's Mt. Brilliant Farm bred Nehro, Zayat Stables' Kentucky Derby (gr. I) runner-up and contender for the Belmont Stakes (gr. I) June 11 in New York.
Busy Weekend Planned for Belmont Contenders
The work tab at Belmont Park will be busy the weekend of June 4 as some contenders for the June 11 Belmont Stakes (gr. I) will be putting in their final workouts.
Triple Crown Insider - 06/03/11 (Video)
The current status of the Belmont Stakes field, late season 3-year-olds including Nehro, and longshots for the Belmont. Watch Video
The Week In Photos: May 31, 2011
A 35-slide review of the many races from the holiday weekend! View Slideshow
Nehro Works in 1:12 1/5 at Churchill Downs
Zayat Stables' Nehro worked a sharp three-quarters of a mile at Churchill Downs May 30 in preparation for the June 11 Belmont Stakes (gr. I).
Shackleford to NY in Next Couple of Days
Preakness Stakes (gr. I) winner Shackleford is expected to ship to New York in the next couple of days and will have a workout over the Belmont track before a final decision is made about running in the Belmont.
Nehro to Pass Preakness, Wait for Belmont
Nehro, second in the Kentucky Derby Presented by Yum! Brands (gr. I), will not run in the May 21 Preakness Stakes (gr. I).
Mucho Macho Man Drills 4F in :49 1/5
The third-place finisher in the Kentucky Derby prepares for the Preakness over a sloppy Belmont Park training track in New York.
Astrology, 'Interlude' Set for Preakness
Stonestreet Stables and George Bolton's Astrology had his final tune-up for the May 21 Preakness Stakes (gr. I), breezing a half-mile in :51 3/5 May 16 over a sloppy track at Churchill Downs.
Dance City Skips 5Fs at CD; 'Kingdom Gallops
Preakness Stakes (gr. I) contender Dance City, working in company, turned in a bullet five-furlong workout at Churchill Downs May 15. At Fair Hill in Maryland, Animal Kingdom galloped over the Tapeta surface.
THS: Peter Pan Stakes 2011
Jason, Tom and Evan from Twinspires.com reflect on the Kentucky Derby and handicap the Peter Pan Stakes at Belmont Park. Watch Video
Michael Baze Found Dead at Churchill Downs
Jockey Michael Baze, a member of a famed riding family in United States racing, was found dead the afternoon of May 10 on the backstretch at Churchill Downs.
Graham Motion: 'Yesterday Was Surreal'
The morning after saddling Animal Kingdom to win the Kentucky Derby Presented by Yum! Brands (gr. I), trainer Graham Motion was still trying to absorb the overwhelming feelings associated with winning America's biggest race.
Kentucky Derby News Minute - 5/8/2011
Ron Mitchell reports on Kentucky Derby winner Animal Kingdom, the day after his Derby victory. Plus, Preakness plans for some of those who finished behind him. Watch Video
2011 Kentucky Derby Wrap
Lenny Shulman recaps Animal Kingdom's run for the roses in the 137th Kentucky Derby, including comments from the connections. Watch Video
Animal Kingdom Roars to Derby Victory
Team Valor International's homebred Animal Kingdom roared down the stretch to win the 137th Kentucky Derby Presented by Yum! Brands (gr. I). Nehro was second; Mucho Macho Man third.
Live Blog - Derby Day, May 7 at NOON ET.
Join Jason Shandler and Tom LaMarra for a live, one hour chat Saturday at Noon EDT. Be ready to talk Derby and anything else that's on your mind. Read Transcript!
Haskin's Derby Report: Thanks George Costanza
When logic and analysis gets you nowhere, be a contrarian. Read Blog
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