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Blame November 2010
Photo: Anne M. Eberhardt
Blame November 2010
Photo: Anne M. Eberhardt
Blame wins the 2010 Breeders' Cup Classic.
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Blame wins the 2010 Breeders' Cup Classic.
Photo: Skip Dickstein
Blame wins the 2010 Breeders' Cup Classic.
Photo: Skip Dickstein
Blame wins the 2010 Breeders' Cup Classic.
Photo: Rick Samuels
Blame wins the 2010 Breeders' Cup Classic.
Photo: Skip Dickstein
Blame wins the 2010 Breeders' Cup Classic.
Photo: Mathea Kelley
Blame wins the 2010 Breeders' Cup Classic.
Photo: Anne M. Eberhardt
Blame wins the 2010 Breeders' Cup Classic.
Photo: Anne M. Eberhardt
Blame works at Churchill Downs.
Photo: Anne M. Eberhardt
Blame at Churchill Downs on Oct. 27, 2010.
Photo: Churchill Downs/Reed Palmer Photography
Blame (outside) and Apart work at Keeneland on 10/24/10.
Photo: Keeneland/Coady Photography
Blame and Apart work towards the Breeders' Cup Oct. 24, 2010.
Photo: Anne M. Eberhardt
Blame wins the 2010 Whitney.
Photo: Coglianese Photos
Blame wins the 2010 Whitney.
Photo: Coglianese Photos
Blame wins the 2010 Whitney.
Photo: Coglianese Photos
Blame wins the 2010 Whitney.
Photo: Coglianese Photos
Blame wins the 2010 Whitney.
Photo: Coglianese Photos
Blame wins the 2010 Whitney.
Photo: Coglianese Photos
Blame wins the 2010 Whitney.
Photo: Coglianese Photos
Blame wins the 2010 Whitney.
Photo: Coglianese Photos
Blame works at Saratoga on August 1, 2010.
Photo: Coglianese Photos
Blame wins the 2010 William Donald Schaefer.
Photo: Anne M. Eberhardt
Blame wins the 2009 Clark.
Photo: Churchill Downs/Reed Palmer Photography
Blame wins the 2009 Clark.
Photo: Churchill Downs/Reed Palmer Photography
Blame wins the 2009 Clark.
Photo: Churchill Downs/Reed Palmer Photography
Blame wins the 2009 Clark.
Photo: Churchill Downs/Reed Palmer PhotographyConnections
| Trainer | Albert M. Stall, Jr. |
|---|---|
| Jockey | Garrett K. Gomez |
| Owner | Claiborne Farm and Dilschneider, Adele B. |
| Breeder | Claiborne Farm & Adele B. Dilschneider |
Pedigree
| Blame View Five-Cross Pedigree | Arch | Kris S. |
| Aurora | ||
| Liable | Seeking the Gold | |
| Bound |
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Filly First Winner for Freshman Sire Blame
Even-money favorite Caval became the first winner for freshman sire Blame when she drew off in the stretch to post an easy victory in the first race June 19 at Santa Anita Park.
Times Sizzle at Keeneland's Under Tack Show
A rainy morning in Lexington gave way to cloudy skies and dry conditions that prevailed just long enough to squeeze in the under tack preview for Keeneland's select sale of 2-year-olds in training April 3.
MaidenWatch: The 2014 Stallions Are...
The Poll is Closed and the 2014 Stallions are: Blame, Eskendereya, Lookin At Lucky, Quality Road, and Summer Bird. Plus, catching up on some wins, and entries for Thursday. read blog
30 Years in 30 Days: Blame Beats Zenyatta
The 2010 Classic was the end of a magical run that brought an eerie hush to the crowd at Churchill Downs. Victorious and magnificent Blame walked into the winner's circle in dead silence.
30-in-30: Top 10 Breeders' Cups 2004-2012
Outstanding females provided many of the thrills during the Breeder's Cup's third decade.
War Front's Stud Fee Increased to $150,000
Claiborne Farm announced its 2014 stud fees Oct. 9. Two stallions' fees have risen: War Front's fee has increased to $150,000 from his 2013 fee of $80,000; and First Samurai will stand for $15,000 next year, up from $10,000
Industry Finds Solid Footing at Keeneland
Keeneland's September yearling sale ended Saturday with strong gains over last year that justified pre-sale optimism and signaled that commercial Thoroughbred breeding has regained solid financial footing.
Leading Sire Averages for Saratoga Sale
Distorted Humor had the top Fasig-Tipton Saratoga yearling average of $567,000. Quality Road had the top average among first-crop yearling sires at $287,500
First-Crop Sires on Display at Fasig-Tipton
When the Fasig-Tipton selected yearling sale kicks off in Saratoga Springs, N.Y., breeding industry professionals will be looking closely to see how offspring of first-crop sires fare.
Fasig-Tipton Saratoga: Hip 46 Blame Filly
A daughter of Breeders' Cup Classic (gr.I) winner Blame at the Gainesway consignment at Fasig-Tipton's Saratoga select yearling sale. Watch Video
Fasig-Tipton Kentucky: Horses to Watch
While several buyers and consignors noted that it seemed difficult to guess where upper-end prices will fall at the July 15 Fasig-Tipton Kentucky July yearling sale, here's six they figure to be keeping a close eye on.
Nervous Optimism at Fasig-Tipton Kentucky
- By Frank Angst
- Breeding, Sales, Kentucky
After a strong 2-year-old sales season, Fasig-Tipton Kentucky hopes to build on last year's July sale that saw a 16.3% increase in average price to $81,291 and a 15.1% spike in gross to $15,364,000.
Preakness: Al Stall Jr - Departing
Al Stall, Jr. and wife Nicole at the Alibi Breakfast discuss Departing, the Preakness, and Blame. Watch Video
Podcast: Bernie Sams Talks About Arch
- By Ron Mitchell
Bernie Sams, bloodstock manager at Claiborne Farm, discusses the farm's stallion Arch, who is profiled in the March 23 issue of The Blood-Horse magazine. Listen Now!
New Stallions Making Mark at Keeneland Sale
- By Frank Angst
- Breeding, Sales, Kentucky
The Keeneland January sale serves as a benchmark for new stallions, as mares in foal to stallions who will have their first foals in 2013 are offered and sires who have their first yearlings look to make their mark.
Jockey Casey Chavez Retires
A neck injury suffered earlier this season has prompted jockey Casey Chavez to retire from racing.
Graded Winner Snow Top Mountain Retired
Barbara Hunter's multiple graded stakes-winning mare Snow Top Mountain, in foal to Blame, has been retired from racing with earnings of $525,303.
First Foal by Blame Delivered in Pennsylvania
The first foal by champion Blame arrived Jan. 13 in Pennsylvania.
Cease Works Four Furlongs for BC Marathon
Claiborne Farm's Cease, a contender for the 1 3/4-mile Breeders' Cup Marathon (gr. II) on at Churchill Downs Nov. 5, breezed four furlongs in :47 2/5 Sunday morning at Keeneland.
War Front's Fee Jumps to $60,000
War Front, second on the second-crop sires' list by progeny earnings, will stand in 2012 for $60,000, a jump of $45,000 from his 2011 fee of $15,000.
Mosses Recount Accomplishments of Zenyatta
Jerry and Ann Moss, owners of 2010 Horse of the Year and three-time champion older mare Zenyatta, relayed her story to an audience of racing fans and equine enthusiasts Sept. 14.
Blame Nominated for Espy Award
The 2010 Breeders' Cup Classic (gr. I) winner Blame, along with the movie "Secretariat" and jockeys Ramon Dominguez, Garrett Gomez, and John Velazquez were nominated for Espy Awards.
A Year Apart - By Esther Marr
Apart may still be overshadowed by a prominent former stablemate-champion Blame-but similarities between the two horses exist. Read Blog
Apart Hoping to Follow in Blame's Shoes
The connections that won last year's William Donald Schaefer Memorial Stakes (gr. III) with eventual champion Blame will seek a double with Apart when the $100,000 event is held May 21 at Pimlico Race Course.
Yagos Stays Upbeat Despite Rail Draw
Robert Yagos, owner of Archarcharch, stayed positive about the Derby experience even after drawing the short straw in the post positions for the Run for the Roses.
Liable Honored as Broodmare of the Year
Liable, the dam of 2010 Breeders' Cup Classic (gr. I) winner and champion Blame, has been named Broodmare of the Year by the Kentucky Thoroughbred Owners and Breeders Association.
Former Maryland Governor Schaefer Dies
William Donald Schaefer, a former Maryland governor and a big supporter of racing, died April 18 in Baltimore
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.
BC Classic Nominated for Sports Emmy
ESPN's coverage of the 2010 Breeders' Cup Classic (gr. I) from Churchill Downs is one of six nominees for a Sports Emmy Award in the live sports special category.
Blame Gets First Two Mares in Foal
Blame, the 2010 champion older male and winner of the 2010 Breeders' Cup Classic (gr. I), had his first two mares confirmed in foal last week.
Aurora, Dam of Arch, Dies at Age 23
Aurora, a stakes-winning daughter of Danzig whose four stakes winners including successful stallion Arch, died March 3 after producing a filly by Empire Maker.
Blame's Full Sister Runs Second in Debut
Might, a 3-year-old full sister to champion older male Blame, ran second at Fair Grounds Feb. 20 as the 11-10 favorite in her career debut.
Slideshow: The Eclipse Awards
Images from the Eclipse Awards. View Slideshow
Things That Make You Go Hmmmm (7)
- By Tom LaMarra
Another look at some head-shakers in the horse racing industry, which never fails to produce good material. Read Blog
Older Male: Blame a Unanimous Choice
Claiborne Farm and Adele Dilschneider's aptly name Blame won the Eclipse Award for champion older male of 2010. The son of Arch capped his season with a neck victory over Zenyatta in the Breeders' Cup Classic (gr. I).
The Envelope Please: Eclipse Awards Day
One of the most hotly debated races for Horse of the Year honors in recent memory will conclude tonight, Monday, Jan. 17, with the announcement of whether it is finalist (in alphabetical order) Blame, Goldikova, or Zenyatt
Moss, Stall Weigh in on HOY Debate
- By Esther Marr
Owner Jerry Moss and trainer Al Stall gave their final thoughts on the Horse of the Year debate during a National Thoroughbred Racing Association teleconference Jan. 13.
BC Classic Voted NTRA Moment of the Year
The exciting victory by Blame over the previously undefeated Zenyatta in the Breeders' Cup Classic (gr. I) at Churchill Downs has been voted the 2010 National Thoroughbred Racing Association Moment of the Year.
Blame is Top U.S. Horse in World Rankings
Breeders' Cup Classic (gr. I) winner Blame has been judged the best horse to race in North America during 2010 by the compilers of the World Thoroughbred Rankings, unveiled in London, England, on Tuesday, Jan. 11.
Blame, Goldikova, Zenyatta Vie for HOY Honors
Led by Horse of the Year finalists Blame, Goldikova, and Zenyatta, the finalists for 2010 Eclipse Awards were released Jan. 6.
Claiborne to Receive Eclipse Award of Merit
Claiborne Farm will be honored with the Eclipse Award of Merit for outstanding achievement in Thoroughbred racing.
A Fast, But Oddly Paved Road
- By Steve Haskin
Quality Road will be remembered for his brilliance and personality. Read Blog
2010 Leaders: Pletcher, Dominguez, WinStar
Todd Pletcher, Ramon Dominguez and WinStar Farm were the leading trainer, jockey, and owner, respectively, based on North American earnings in 2010, according to final statistics from the Equibase Company.
Slideshow: Year In Review 2010
Reflect on the races that made headlines during 2010. View Slideshow
Clevenger Wins Second Photo Eclipse Award
Michael Clevenger of Louisville, Ky., has won the 2010 Media Eclipse Award for photography for his picture of the dramatic finish between Blame and Zenyatta in the Breeders' Cup Classic at Churchill Downs Nov. 6.
Slideshow: New Sires of 2011
A visual look at some of the top new stallions for 2011, including Blame, Quality Road, Lookin At Lucky, and more. View Slideshow
Few Eclipse Awards Up For Debate
Jason Shandler looks at the likely 2010 Eclipse Award winners. Read Blog
Through The Lens: New Careers for Big Stars
Photographer Anne M. Eberhardt catches up with some of the new players in the Thoroughbred breeding scene. She also gets a close up look at a fox hunt in Kentucky. Read Blog
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