Ron the Greek to Miss Dubai World Cup
Ron the Greek, a multiple grade I winner in the U.S. who now races in Saudi Arabia, will miss the $10 million Dubai World Cup (UAE-I) March 28 because of an unspecified injury.
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Ron the Greek picked a perfect time to snap out of a lengthy slump when he demolished the field in the $1 million Jockey Club Gold Cup (gr. I) in a 21-1 upset Sept. 28 at Belmont Park.
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Caption: Ron the Greek Breeders' Cup horses and connections at Santa Anita near Acadia, California, preparing for Breeders' Cup raceways on Nov. 1 and Nov. 2, 2013. BCWorks1Jpegs_10_29_13 image334 Photo by Anne M. Eberhardt
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Ron the Greek runs up to defeat favorite Wise Dan by a head in the 2012 Stephen Foster Handicap (gr. I).
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Ron the Greek wins the 2012 Stephen Foster.
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Ron the Greek - Belmont Park Work, October 26, 2013.
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Ron the Greek wins the 2013 Jockey Club Gold Cup.
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Ron the Greek wins the 2013 Jockey Club Gold Cup.
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Ron the Greek wins the 2013 Jockey Club Gold Cup.
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Ron the Greek wins the 2013 Jockey Club Gold Cup.
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Ron the Greek wins the 2013 Jockey Club Gold Cup.
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Ron the Greek wins the 2013 Jockey Club Gold Cup.
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Ron the Greek wins the 2013 Jockey Club Gold Cup.
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Ron the Greek wins the 2013 Jockey Club Gold Cup.
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Ron the Greek wins the 2013 Jockey Club Gold Cup.
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Ron the Greek wins the 2013 Jockey Club Gold Cup.
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Ron the Greek wins the 2013 Jockey Club Gold Cup.
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Ron the Greek wins the 2013 Florida Sunshine Millions Classic.
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Ron the Greek wins the 2013 Florida Sunshine Millions Classic.
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Ron the Greek wins the 2013 Florida Sunshine Millions Classic.
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Ron the Greek wins the 2013 Florida Sunshine Millions Classic.
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Ron the Greek wins the 2013 Florida Sunshine Millions Classic.
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Ron the Greek wins the 2013 Florida Sunshine Millions Classic.
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Ron the Greek wins the 2013 Florida Sunshine Millions Classic.
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Ron the Greek wins the Stephen Foster Handicap.
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Ron the Greek wins the 2012 Stephen Foster.
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Ron the Greek wins the 2012 Santa Anita Handicap.
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Ron the Greek wins the 2012 Santa Anita Handicap.
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Ron the Greek wins the 2012 Santa Anita Handicap.
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Ron the Greek wins the 2012 Santa Anita Handicap.
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Ron the Greek wins the 2012 Santa Anita Handicap.
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Ron the Greek wins the 2012 Santa Anita Handicap.
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Ron the Greek wins the 2012 Santa Anita Handicap.
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Ron the Greek wins the 2012 Santa Anita Handicap.
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Ron the Greek wins the 2011 Queens County.
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Ron The Greek wins the 2010 LeComte.
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Ron the Greek at the 2013 Breeders' Cup.
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Ron the Greek Romps to Win in Saudi Arabia
Iron horse Ron the Greek, a former multiple grade I winner in the U.S., notched a fourth consecutive win Feb. 14 in Saudi Arabia as he romped to a seven-length triumph in the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques Cup.
African Story Dominates Dubai World Cup
Godolphin Racing's African Story was guided off the rail at the head of the straight to overtake leader Mukhadram en route to a comfortable victory in the $10 million Dubai World cup Sponsored by Emirates Airline March 29.
Ex-Pat Ron the Greek Makes World Cup Bid
In the absence of an American runner in the March 29 Dubai World Cup (UAE-I), U.S. racing fans can certainly unite behind Ron the Greek in the world's richest horse race.
Dubai World Cup: Nicholas Bachalard
Trainer Nicholas Bachalard talks about Ron the Greek, who runs in the Dubai World Cup. Watch Video
Ruler of The World Early World Cup Favorite
Ruler of The World, last year's Epsom Derby (Eng-I) victor, is the early favorite for the Emirates Dubai World Cup (UAE-I) March 29 following the post position draw for the $10 million race.
Dubai World Cup: Nicholas Bachalard
Trainer Nicholas Bachalard talks about Ron the Greek, who runs in the Dubai World Cup.
Dubai World Cup Thoughts 2014
The Dubai World Cup is quickly approaching. Many of the world's best are likely entrants for the March 29 Dubai World Cup race card. Here are my thoughts on the Dubai World Cup races. read blog
Ron the Greek Takes Spin at Meydan
After shipping in from Saudi Arabia, Emirates Dubai World Cup (UAE-I) hopeful and American grade I winner Ron the Greek was out at Meydan for a light canter March 25.
World Cup Hopefuls Stretch Legs at Meydan
Several contenders for the $10 million Dubai World Cup (UAE-I), including last year's runner-up Red Cadeaux, took to the track March 24 at Meydan to stretch their legs before the world's richest race March 29.
Likely World Cup Card Entrants Released
There are 36 grade/group I winners, including former American star Ron the Greek, among the fields taking shape for the eight Thoroughbred stakes on Dubai World Cup (UAE-I) card March 29.
Ron the Greek Sails in First Saudi Start
Multiple grade I winner Ron the Greek, racing in Saudi Arabia under the name Wattani, continued his success with a powerful victory Feb. 15 at King Abdulaziz Racecourse in Riyadh.
Ron the Greek Sold to Overseas Interests
Multiple grade I winner Ron the Greek, who blew away the field by 6 3/4 lengths in the Jockey Club Gold Cup Invitational Stakes (gr. I) in his most recent start, has been sold to an undisclosed buyer overseas.
Ron the Greek Out of Breeders' Cup Classic
Ron the Greek has developed a quarter crack in his right front hoof and will miss the $5 million Breeders' Cup Classic (gr. I) Nov. 2 at Santa Anita Park.
Breeders' Cup News Minute: 10/31/2013
Today's news minute is not for the faint of heart for Halloween as Lenny Shulman briefs us on Ron the Greek, hot horses of the day, weather, and much more! watch video
Breeders' Cup News Minute - 10/31/2013
Today's news minute is not for the faint of heart for Halloween as Lenny Shulman briefs us on Ron the Greek, hot horses of the day, weather, and much more!
BC: Bill Mott on Ron the Greek's Injury
Trainer Bill Mott discusses Ron the Greek's injury and his scratch from the Breeders' Cup Classic. watch video
Breeders' Cup: Bill Mott on Ron the Greek's Injury
Trainer Bill Mott discusses Ron the Greek's injury and his scratch from the Breeders' Cup Classic.
Haskin: Billy's 'Ol Boys Back Again
Bill Mott returns to the Breeders' Cup Classic with 6-year-old Ron the Greek and 7-year-old Flat Out. read blog
Game On Dude 8-5 in Wide Open Classic
Game On Dude, making his third start in the Classic, is the morning line favorite.
Breeders' Cup News Minute: 10/28/2013
Steve talks about the horses who have worked today, including Game On Dude, Paynter, and Flashback. We learn news of Graydar being out of the Dirt Mile and when international horses are arriving at the track. watch video
Big Three Trainers Dominate Classic Field
Bob Baffert, Todd Pletcher, and Bill Mott each will saddle two horses in the Breeders' Cup Classic (gr. I) Nov. 2 at Santa Anita Park, with Baffert sending out likely favorite Game On Dude.
Royal Delta Heads Mott's BC Works at Belmont
Led by champion Royal Delta and Breeders' Cup Classic (gr. I) contender Ron the Greek, horses conditioned by Hall of Fame trainer Bill Mott got in their Belmont Park works Oct. 19 in advance of the Nov. 1-2 Breeders' Cup.
Haskin: The Battle Within the Battle
- By Steve Haskin
Steve shares his thoughts on the battle for Horse of the Year. read blog
Royal Delta Sparkles in Belmont Park Breeze
Two-time champion Royal Delta sizzled four furlongs in :46.50 before the maintenance break at Belmont Park Oct 12 as she prepped for an attempt at her third straight Breeders' Cup Distaff (gr. I).
Haskin: Random Breeders' Cup Thoughts
- By Steve Haskin
Steve offers some early thoughts on the Breeders' Cup. read blog
And They're Off: Oktoberfest Edition
Lenny and Steve discuss Princess of Sylmar, Ron the Greek, Mucho Macho Man, and the Breeders' Cup Classic, and more. Sponsored by Darby Dan Farm. Watch Video
Slideshow: The Week in Photos for 9/30/2013
Unique photos from Super Saturday and international races from the weekend! view slideshow
The Week in Photos for 9/30/2013
Unique photos from Super Saturday and international races from the weekend!
After the Wire - Super Saturday Races 2013
Evan Hammonds reviews the plethora of big races from the weekend. Ron the Greek, Beholder, Princess of Sylmar, Mucho Macho Man and many more! watch video
After the Wire - Super Saturday Races 2013
Evan Hammonds reviews the plethora of big races from the weekend. Ron the Greek, Beholder, Princess of Sylmar, Mucho Macho Man and many more!
Gold Cup's Top Trio Likely for BC Classic
The first three finishers in the Jockey Club Gold Cup (gr. I) are headed for a rematch in the $5 million Breeders' Cup Classic (gr. I) at Santa Anita Park, their trainers indicated on the morning of Sept. 29.
He's Back! Ron the Greek Shakes Up Gold Cup
Ron the Greek picked a perfect time to snap out of a lengthy slump when he demolished the field in the $1 million Jockey Club Gold Cup (gr. I) in a 21-1 upset Sept. 28 at Belmont Park.
That Handicapping Show - Jockey Club Gold Cup
Tom LaMarra and Frank Angst handicap the loaded field of the Jockey Club Gold Cup. Will Flat Out win for a third time? watch video
That Handicapping Show - Jockey Club Gold Cup
Tom LaMarra and Frank Angst handicap the loaded field of the Jockey Club Gold Cup. Will Flat Out win for a third time?
Flat Out Tries For Three-Peat in Gold Cup
Seven-year-old faces Cross Traffic and star 3-year-olds Orb and Palace Malice in $1 million event at 1 1/4 miles Sept. 28 at Belmont Park.
Mott to Play Strong Super Saturday Hand
As so often is the case as summer turns to fall, Racing Hall of Fame trainer Bill Mott has a stable of Thoroughbreds moving in the right direction.
That Handicapping Show: The Woodward Stakes
Tom LaMarra and Claire Novak preview the Woodward Stakes (gr. I) at Saratoga. Watch Video
Successful Dan, Paynter Head Strong Woodward
Successful Dan and Paynter, two horses who have overcome great physical difficulties to continue their racing careers, head a strong edition of the $750,000 Woodward Stakes (gr. I) at Saratoga Race Course Aug. 31.
Flat Out, Fort Larned in Woodward Works
Two contenders for the $750,000 Woodward Stakes (gr. I), Flat Out and Fort Larned, went through their final paces in preparation for the 1 1/8-mile race at Saratoga Race Course Aug. 31.
TimeformUS Weekend Plays
TimeformUS plays for Saratoga and Del Mar Graded Stakes Races. read blog
That Handicapping Show - Whitney Invitational
Tom LaMarra and Claire Novak handicap the Whitney and the West Virginia Derby this week. How will the races be run with Fort Larned, Ron the Greek, Departing, and other big talent present? watch video
Wilkes: Fort Larned Deserved Eclipse Award
Trainer Ian Wilkes hopes to use the Whitney as a springboard to a championship for last year's Breeders' Cup Classic (gr. I) winner Fort Larned.
Whitney Next for Foster Winner Fort Larned
Dominating Stephen Foster Handicap Presented by Abu Dhabi (gr. I) winner Fort Larned will be pointed to the Whitney Invitational Handicap (gr. I) at Saratoga Race Course, trainer Ian Wilkes said on the morning of June 16.
Fort Larned Rolls to Easy Stephen Foster Win
Breeders' Cup Classic (gr. I) winner Fort Larned put his early season problems behind him June 15 as he scored a front-running victory in the $536,300 Stephen Foster Handicap at Churchill Downs.
THS: Stephen Foster Handicap
Tom LaMarra and Claire Novak handicap the Stephen Foster Handicap at Churchill Downs. Can Ron the Greek win again? watch video
That Handicapping Show: Stephen Foster Handicap
Tom LaMarra and Claire Novak handicap the Stephen Foster Handicap at Churchill Downs. Can Ron the Greek win again? Download Brisnet Past Performances for the Stephen Foster Handicap.
Successful Dan Seeks Grade I in Foster
Earners of a combined $9.5 million will line up including defending winner Ron the Greek, Breeders' Cup Classic victor Fort Larned, impressive Alysheba Stakes winner Take Charge Indy, and Ben Ali victor Successful Dan.
Fort Larned in Final Stephen Foster Breeze
In his final serious preparation for the June 15 Stephen Foster Handicap Presented by Abu Dhabi (gr. I), Fort Larned breezed five furlongs in 1:01 2/5 over Churchill Downs' muddy main track June 10.
Successful Dan Gets 121 for Stephen Foster
Four contenders for the $500,000 Stephen Foster Handicap Presented by Abu Dhabi (gr. I), including top-weighted Successful Dan, worked June 8 for the upcoming 1 1/8-mile race at Churchill Downs.
Connections
| Trainer | William I. Mott |
|---|---|
| Jockey | Jose Lezcano |
| Owner | Brous Stable, Wachtel Stable, Hammer, Jack T. and Barber, Gary |
| Breeder | Jack T. Hammer |
Pedigree
| Ron the Greek View Five-Cross Pedigree | Full Mandate | A.P. Indy |
| Clear Mandate | ||
| Flambe' | Fortunate Prospect | |
| Flambeau |
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