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Paddy O'Prado works at Churchill Downs on Oct. 30, 2010.
Photo: Mathea Kelley
Paddy O'Prado works at Churchill Downs on Oct. 30, 2010.
Photo: Anne M. Eberhardt
Paddy O'Prado works towards the Breeders' Cup Oct. 24, 2010.
Photo: Reed Palmer Photography/Churchill Downs
Paddy O'Prado works at Churchill Downs on Oct. 23, 2010.
Photo: Churchill Downs/Reed Palmer Photography
Paddy O'Prado wins the 2010 Secretariat.
Photo: Four Footed Fotos
Paddy O'Prado wins the 2010 Secretariat.
Photo: Four Footed Fotos
Paddy O'Prado wins the 2010 Secretariat.
Photo: Four Footed Fotos
Paddy O'Prado wins the 2010 Secretariat.
Photo: Four Footed Fotos
Paddy O'Prado wins the 2010 Secretariat.
Photo: Four Footed Fotos
Paddy O'Prado wins the 2010 Secretariat.
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Paddy O'Prado wins the 2010 Colonial Turf Cup.
Photo: Coady Photography
Paddy O'Prado at Churchill Downs on April 16, 2010.
Photo: Anne M. Eberhardt
Paddy O'Prado wins the 2010 Palm Beach.
Photo: Coglianese Photos
Paddy O'Prado wins the 2010 Palm Beach.
Photo: Coglianese Photos
Paddy O'Prado wins the 2010 Palm Beach.
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| Trainer | Dale L. Romans |
|---|---|
| Jockey | Kent J. Desormeaux |
| Owner | Donegal Racing |
| Breeder | Winchell Thoroughbreds LLC |
Pedigree
| Paddy O'Prado View Five-Cross Pedigree | El Prado (IRE) | Sadler's Wells |
| Lady Capulet | ||
| Fun House | Prized | |
| Bistra |
Auction History
| Sale / Hip | Type | Buyer | Consignor | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| KEESEP2008 Hip 2417 |
Yearling | Dale Romans, agent | Gainesway, agent | $105,000 |
Malibu Moon's 2014 Fee Set at $95,000
B. Wayne Hughes' Spendthrift Farms announced its 2014 stud fees for 21 stallions both Kentucky-based and regional, led again by leading sire Malibu Moon whose fee jumped from $70,000 to $95,000 stands and nurses.
First Foal by Paddy O'Prado is a Colt
Paddy O'Prado's first reported foal is a chestnut colt born Jan. 13 at B. Wayne Hughes' Spendthrift Farm near Lexington.
Dullahan Looks To Turn Tables On 'Another'
Dullahan, rested after his third-place showing in the Kentucky Derby, will be seeking vindication when he tackles I'll Have Another in the Belmont Stakes for Jerry Crawford's Donegal Racing partnership.
Paddy O'Prado Back at Spendthrift
Grade I winner Paddy O'Prado is back at B. Wayne Hughes' Spendthrift Farm near Lexington following colic surgery May 11 at Hagyard Equine Medical Institute near Lexington.
Paddy O'Prado Recovering from Colic Surgery
The son of El Prado is expected to recover fully from a twist in his large colon.
Dullahan in Maintenance Work at Churchill
Donegal Racing's Dullahan turned in what trainer Dale Romans called a maintenance work at Churchill Downs April 28, going five furlongs in 1:01 1/5.
Triple Crown Talk: Don't Sleep on Romans
As witnessed time and time again, the trainer pops with 3YOs when least expected read blog
Paddy O'Prado to Miss 'Paddy O'Prado Day'
When grade I winner Paddy O'Prado is honored at Prairie Meadows Racetrack & Casino Aug. 5, the 4-year-old son of El Prado will be in Kentucky and not at the Iowa racetrack.
Prairie Meadows to Honor Paddy O'Prado
Grade I winner Paddy O'Prado, who will enter stud in 2012 at B. Wayne Hughes' Spendthrift Farm near Lexington, will be honored at Prairie Meadows Aug. 5.
Paddy O'Prado to Spendthrift
Grade I winner Paddy O'Prado will stand his first season at stud in 2012 at B. Wayne Hughes' Spendthrift Farm near Lexington it was announced July 8.
Where are All the Stars?
The loss of Paddy O'Prado is a big loss in a year that's already without a superstar. Read Blog
Grade I Winner Paddy O'Prado Retired
Grade I winner Paddy O'Prado, who sustained a sesamoid injury in his May 21 victory in the Dixie Stakes (gr. II), has been retired.
Paddy O'Prado Treated for Foot Bruise
Dixie Stakes (gr. IIT) winner Paddy O'Prado will be checked by a veterinarian in Kentucky May 22 after suffering an apparent foot bruise at Pimlico Race Course, trainer Dale Romans said.
2011 Preakness Wrap
Tom LaMarra recaps Shackleford's win in Preakness 136. Watch Video
Paddy O'Prado Returns With Authority in Dixie
Donegal Racing's Paddy O'Prado put an exclamation mark on his 2011 debut with an impressive come-from-behind victory in the $200,000 Dixie Stakes (gr. IIT) at Pimlico Race Course May 21.
Paddy O'Prado Returns in Dixie Stakes
Donegal Racing's Paddy O'Prado, an Eclipse Award finalist from a year ago, returns from a six-month layoff to face seven rivals in the $200,000 Dixie Stakes (gr. IIT) May 21 at Pimlico Race Course.
Dubai World Cup Attracts 312 Nominations
A total of 312 horses from 18 countries, including 49 from the U.S., have been nominated to the $10 million Dubai World Cup (UAE-I) at Meydan Racecourse March 26.
Triple Crown Talk: Dale's Dudes
Dale Romans has four promising 3-year-olds and high hopes for Paddy O'Prado and First Dude. Read Blog
You Make the Call: 2010 BC Classic
Who will win the 2010 Breeders' Cup Classic? Who will finish last? Now is your chance to see how your picks stack up against the rest of the BloodHorse.com community. Predict the Order
Haskin's BC Report: Saturday Longshots
Musket Man, Paddy O'Prado, and Fly Down offer good value in Breeders' Cup Classic.
'Lucky' Likes What He Sees at Churchill
Lookin At Lucky, the nation's top 3-year-old contender for Saturday's Breeders' Cup Classic (gr. I) at Churchill Downs, got his first tour of the Churchill track under exercise rider Jorge Alvarez the morning of Wednesday.
Breeders' Cup Chat: Ten Longshots to Consider
With the Breeders' Cup entries now drawn, here a few longshots to look at. Read Blog
Haskin's BC Report: What's All the Fuss?
Paddy O'Prado is heading for the Classic; now it's decision time for Gio Ponti's owners
Featured Horse Profile: Paddy O'Prado
A grade I winner on the turf, Paddy O'Prado seeks Classic fame. Read More
Final Workouts for First Dude, Paddy O'Prado
First Dude and Paddy O'Prado, two Breeders' Cup Classic (gr. I) contenders trained by Dale Romans, completed their preparations Oct. 30.
Back to the Dirt: Compelling Breeders' Cup
The main focus this year, of course, will be on "Mighty Mare"--Zenyatta--who hopes to conclude her amazing career in the Classic with her 20th victory in as many starts, and the French femme fatale, Goldikova.
Week In Photos: October 25, 2010
Breeders' Cup contenders and weekend races. Including Brass Hat and Paddy O'Prado. View Slideshow
Paddy, First Dude Work for BC Classic
Dale Romans worked both of his 3-year-old contenders for the $5 million Breeders' Cup Classic (gr. I) -- Paddy O'Prado and First Dude -- Oct. 23 at Churchill Downs.
Paddy O'Prado Pointing for BC Classic
One day after the connections of champion Gio Ponti said he would be cross-entered in the Classic and the Breeders' Cup Mile, trainer Dale Romans said 3-year-old standout Paddy O'Prado would point for the Classic.
And They're Off: Oct. 6, 2010
Lenny and Steve present a Lightning Round Recap of the weekend's stakes races and their Breeders' Cup implications. Watch Video
Winchester Finds Target in Hirsch Classic Win
Winchester swept past favored Paddy O'Prado in deep stretch to comfortably win the $500,000 Joe Hirsch Turf Classic Invitational Stakes (gr. IT) on a yielding Belmont Park Widener Turf Course Oct. 2.
Blame Makes it to Belmont This Time
Jockey Club Gold Cup (gr. I) favorite Blame arrived in New York this afternoon without incident and is in his stall at Belmont Park, trainer Al Stall Jr. said Oct. 1.
THS: Jockey Club Gold Cup
Tom, Jason and James of TwinSpires.com explore the Jockey Club Gold Cup (gr. I) and the Joe Hirsch Turf Classic (gr. I) at Belmont. Watch Video
Paddy O'Prado Takes On Elders in Turf Classic
Paddy O'Prado will get his stiffest test when he makes his debut against older horses in the $500,000 Joe Hirsch Turf Classic Invitational (gr. IT) Oct. 2 at Belmont Park.
Countdown to the Cup: Can We Beat the Euros?
Each year, it seems the Breeders' Cup Turf (gr. IT) paints the same bleak picture for the American grass horses.
And They're Off: August 25, 2010
Lenny and Steve discuss the return of dirt to Santa Anita, Blind Luck and Evening Jewel, upcoming races, and more. Watch Video
The Week in Photos: August 23, 2010
Includes photos of Debussy, Blind Luck, Evening Jewel, Paddy O'Prado, and more. View Slideshow
O' Shooting Star
Paddy's O'Prado is unquestionably the best in his division, but is he the best 3YO on turf or dirt? Read Blog
Countdown to the Cup: Blind Sided
Blind Luck's Alabama victory added another chapter to her remarkable story
Paddy O'Prado Gets Grade I in Secretariat
Donegal Racing's Paddy O'Prado earned his first grade I win in the $400,000 Secretariat Stakes, taking over in upper stretch and bounding home to victory as the 1-2 favorite Aug. 21 at Arlington Park.
Dirt, a Real Sportsman, and Weekend Racing
Breeders' Cup chat looks at dirt at Santa Anita, Jerry Hollendorfer and Blind Luck, and weekend racing. Read Blog
Paddy O'Prado Eyes Grade I Win in Secretariat
After a solid showing on the Triple Crown trail, Paddy O'Prado has emerged as the top 3-year-old turf horse in the nation following a pair of graded stakes wins at Colonial Downs.
Gio Ponti Tops Arlington Million Pre-Entries
Pre-entries for the Arlington Million (gr. IT) closed Aug. 13 with 10 older horses named to prestigious turf race.
The Week in Photos: July 19, 2010
Includes photos of Skipshot, Marlang, Paddy O'Prado, Life At Ten, and more. View Slideshow
Paddy O'Prado Too Tough In Va. Derby
Paddy O'Prado, a son of El Prado, showed again his top turf form in the July 17 Virginia Derby (gr. IIT), brushing to the lead in the stretch and defeating Interactif.
Is Gio Ponti Still at the Top of His Class?
Jason Shandler looks at the Turf Division, dominated by Gio Ponti in 2009. Read Blog
THS: The Virginia Derby
Jason, Tom, and Rich Nilsen of twinspires.com preview the Virginia Derby (gr. IIT) at Colonial Downs on July 17. Watch Video
Virginia Derby: Paddy O'Prado the One to Beat
Paddy O'Prado looks to continue his ascent to the top of the 3-year-old ranks when he meets seven rivals in the $600,000 Virginia Derby (gr. IIT). The El Prado colt is the 7-5 morning-line choice.
Paddy O'Prado Rebounds in Colonial Turf Cup
Favored Paddy O'Prado, returning to the turf after a sixth-place finish in the Preakness Stakes (gr. I) last month, swept to an easy three-length win in the $500,000 Colonial Turf Cup (gr. IIT) June 19 at Colonial Downs.
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