First Foal for Flashback Arrives in New York
Hill 'n' Dale Farms announced Jan. 22 the first report foal for Flashback, a grade II-winning son of 2015 leading sire Tapit. The colt was born on Jan. 20 at Guy and Stella Jenkins' farm in New York.
Flashback
- Gray or Roan Colt
- Born 2010
- KY-Bred
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Hear the Ghost (# 5) and jockey Corey Nakatani, gain on the leader, Flashback with Julien Leparoux (#2), after putting away Tiz a Minister (Garrett Gomez), left, and Goldencents (Kevin Krigger), second from left, to win the Grade II, $300,000 San Felipe Stakes.
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Gary and Mary West's Flashback and jockey Julien Leparoux win the Grade II, $200,000 Robert B. Lewis Stakes, Saturday, February 2, 2013 at Santa Anita Park, Arcadia CA. © BENOIT PHOTO
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Flashback (outside) works with Den's Legacy at Santa Anita.2/25/2013
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Flashback wins the 2013 Robert B. Lewis Stakes.
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Flashback wins the 2013 Robert B. Lewis Stakes.
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Flashback wins the 2013 Robert B. Lewis Stakes.
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Flashback wins the 2013 Robert B. Lewis Stakes.
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Flashback wins the 2013 Robert B. Lewis Stakes.
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Flashback in his Maiden win.
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Hill 'n' Dale Sets Fees; Curlin's Undecided
Hill 'n' Dale Farms has released its stallion roster and fees for 2016, but it hasn't yet announced the fee for its newly acquired stallion Curlin. His fee will be announced at a future date.
Hill 'n' Dale's 2015 Roster, Fees Released
John Sikura's Hill 'n' Dale Farms near Lexington has released its stallion roster and fees for 2015, headed by Stormy Atlantic and Midnight Lute at $25,000 live foal stands and nurses.
Flashback Retired to Stand at Hill 'n' Dale
Flashback, a grade II-winning son of leading sire Tapit, has been retired and will stand in 2015 at Hill 'n' Dale Farms near Lexington.
Bradester No Second Fiddle in Ack Ack Win
After playing second fiddle in his prior two starts, favored Bradester finished on top in the $107,300 Ack Ack Stakes (gr. III) Sept. 6 from Churchill Downs, holding off Carve in a front-running effort by 1 3/4 lengths.
Racing Returns at Churchill Downs
J. Keeler Johnson handicaps the Iroquois Stakes (gr. III) and Ack Ack Handicap (gr. III). read blog
Carve Faces Only Four in Ack Ack
Carve, riding a three-race winning streak, is the main danger in the $100,000 Ack Ack Handicap Sept. 6 at Churchill Downs. The one-turn mile race for older horses drew only five runners.
Two Colts Bring $1.6 Million Each at OBS
Within minutes of each other, colts by Giant's Causeway and Tapit each sold for $1.6 million, the day's highest price at the Ocala Breeders' Sales Co. selected sale of 2-year-olds in training March 11.
Shakin It Up Shoots to 17-1 Malibu Stunner
Shakin It Up, making his first start in nine months, mowed down the field for trainer Bob Baffert to earn his first grade I victory in the $300,000 Malibu Stakes at odds of 17-1 on opening day at Santa Anita Park Dec. 26.
TimeformUS Stakes Plays
TimeformUS Stakes Plays for the Mr. Prospector Stakes and more. read blog
Full Field to Meet Flashback in Malibu
Hollywood Park has sadly faded into the Southern California sunset, but Santa Anita Park opens for a new season Dec. 26 with a couple of extra months tagged on at the end of the meet.
Flashback Likely Pick Among Malibu Probables
Flashback, favored in each of his five career starts, figures to be the choice again when he runs in the Malibu Stakes (gr. I) for 3-year-olds at Santa Anita Park on opening day of the winter meet Dec. 26.
Novak at the Track: Road to Derby Retrospect
Catching up with the winners of last year's Kentucky Derby prep races -- including returns for Vyjack, Itsmyluckyday, Super Ninety Nine, and more. read blog
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
Trainer Baffert to Sit Out Kentucky Derby 139
Three-time Kentucky Derby-winning trainer Bob Baffert said April 29 he will not have a starter in this year's classic, noting that none of the contenders he had early in the season would be competitive in the race.
Flashback Off Derby Trail with Knee Chip
Santa Anita Derby (gr. I) runner-up has small chip in his right knee and will be sent to Rood and Riddle April 10 to have the chip removed, trainer Bob Baffert said April 7.
After the Wire - 4/7/2013
Evan Hammonds recaps the Wood Memorial Stakes, Santa Anita Derby, and Ashland Stakes. watch video
Goldencents Surprises in Santa Anita Derby
Goldencents was on top of his game April 6, turning back even-money choice Flashback to capture the $750,000 Santa Anita Derby (gr. I) and handing trainer Doug O'Neill consecutive wins in the important West Coast test.
THS: Wood Memorial Stakes
Tom LaMarra and Pete Denk handicap the Wood Memorial Stakes and Santa Anita Derby. Can anyone beat Verrazano? watch video
TCI: Santa Anita Derby & Wood Memorial
Jon & Joel recap last weekend's Florida Derby, Louisiana Derby, and UAE Derby, but did any performances affect the TCI Top 10? They also breakdown this Saturday's Santa Anita Derby (gr. I) and Wood Memorial (gr. I). Watch It Watch Video
Flashback, 'Ghost Inside in Santa Anita Derby
Flashback and Hear the Ghost, the two favorites for this year's $750,000 Santa Anita Derby (gr. I) April 6, drew the inside post positions in a field of nine 3-year-olds.
Santa Anita Derby Another Ghost Story?
Hear the Ghost could be the prey instead of the hunter after his San Felipe victory.
Quick Drill for Power Broker at Santa Anita
Power Broker, one of three likely starters for trainer Bob Baffert in the April 6 Santa Anita Derby (gr. I), worked four furlongs in company the morning of March 31 in :47 2/5.
Flashback, Orb Work for Final Derby Preps
Both colts will be among the favorites for the Santa Anita and Florida Derbys.
Field Tops Verrazano as Derby Future Choice
Verrazano was the favored individual horse in the final of three Kentucky Derby Future Wager pools, but the field entry emerged as the overall pick once again for this year's Run for the Roses.
Hear the Ghost Posts Santa Anita Derby Drill
San Felipe Stakes (gr. II) winner Hear the Ghost worked six furlongs March 24 at Betfair Hollywood Park as he approaches his next start for trainer Jerry Hollendorfer in the Santa Anita Derby (gr. I).
Unbeaten Verrazano Favored in Final KDFW Pool
Unbeaten Verrazano (#20), impressive in three dominant victories since he launched his racing career on New Year's Day, is a solid morning line choice to emerge as the overall betting favorite in the final KDFW.
TCI: Rebel Stakes Preview
Jon and Joel discuss a shakeup in the TCI Top 10 after Flashback's loss. Did Verrazano's Tampa Bay Derby score finally prove enough to move him into the top spot? The TCI boys also look forward to Saturday's Rebel Stakes. Watch Video
Gomez On Flashback in Santa Anita Derby
Agent Tony Matos confirmed Thursday morning that Garrett Gomez has picked up the mount on Robert B. Lewis Stakes (gr. II) winner Flashback for the Santa Anita Derby (gr. I) April 6.
The Secret to Tapit's Success
by Anne Peters
During the first weekend in February, he was represented by three graded stakes winners: Flashback, Honorable Dillon, and Tapicat.
Hear the Ghost Rattles Home in San Felipe
Hear the Ghost blew past weakening favorites Flashback and Goldencents in deep stretch to post a half-length upset in the $300,000 San Felipe Stakes (gr. II) March 9 at Santa Anita Park.
THS: Tampa Bay Derby
Tom LaMarra and Pete Denk handicap the Tampa Bay Derby and San Felipe Stakes this week. They also answer your questions submitted via Twitter at #THS. watch video
Flashback, Goldencents to Clash in San Felipe
Flashback and Goldencents, acknowledged by most as the leading 3-year-old males in Southern California, meet for the first time in the $300,000 San Felipe Stakes (gr. II) March 9 at Santa Anita Park.
Steve Haskin's Derby Dozen - 3/3/2013
Check Steve Haskin's Derby Dozen to see how Vyjack's performance shifted the list! read blog
Field Solid Choice as Derby Wager Pool Ends
Churchill Downs' second Kentucky Derby Future Wager concluded March 3 with the Mutuel Field, or "All Others" garnering much of the attention as the 3-1 favorite.
Flashback Posts Bullet Move for San Felipe
Flashback moved a step closer to his much-anticipated showdown with Goldencents in the upcoming San Felipe Stakes (gr. II) with a five-furlong workout March 3 in a bullet 59 seconds flat under regular rider Julien Leparoux.
'All Others' Option Tops Day 1 of KDFW Pool 2
Churchill Downs' second Kentucky Derby Future Wager pool opened March 1 with undefeated Verrazano the top individual betting choice at 10-1 and the "all others" betting interest the 8-5 overall pick.
Bullet Workouts for Verrazano, Flashback
Many of the top contenders for this year's Triple Crown races, including champion 2-year-old male Shanghai Bobby, completed workouts on Monday morning in South Florida and Southern California.
Steve Haskin's Derby Dozen - 2/26/2013
Steve Haskin has a new number one in his Derby Dozen list this week. There are also two other newcomers to the list, read to see who they are! watch video
Steve Haskin's Derby Dozen - 2/19/2013
- By Steve Haskin
The third spot in Steve's Derby Dozen is 'invaded', see where Shanghai Bobby ends up. Plus, there is a new name on the list of 12 contenders. read blog
Haskin's Derby Trail: Big Two Locked & Loaded
Pletcher vs. Baffert? Yes, the armies are massing and they could confront each other on the banks of the Ohio on the first Saturday in May. read blog
'All Others' at 6-5 in Derby Future Wager
As expected, the "all others" wagering interest was the heavy 6-5 favorite after the first day of betting in the first Kentucky Derby Future Wager pool was completed Feb. 8.
And They're Off: President's Day Edition
Lenny Shulman and Steve Haskin examine up and coming 3YO performances, the Kentucky Derby points system, Los Alamitos, and Honestableboy! Sponsored by Darby Dan Farm. watch video
Steve Haskin's Derby Dozen - 2/5/2013
With a weekend of brilliant performances, Steve already adds and subtracts from his list. Take a look to see who is new and where others have shifted to. watch video
After the Wire - 2/3/2013
Evan Hammonds recaps weekend races with a focus on performances by Flashback, Revolutionary, Verrazano, and more! watch video
Tapit Hits Graded Stakes Trifecta
Gainesway Farm's Tapit has three graded stakes winners in the span of about two hours Feb. 2. His winners, all 3-year-olds, came at Tampa Bay Downs, Santa Anita, and Gulfstream.
Baffert's Flashback Makes Lewis Look Easy
Trainer Bob Baffert viewed the $200,000 Robert B. Lewis Stakes (gr. II) as a scrimmage for untested Flashback, and the talented son of Tapit proved he was ready for tougher with an easy tally at Santa Anita Park Feb. 2.
He's Had Enough Meets Baffert Duo in Lewis
Trainer Doug O'Neill will seek a repeat win Feb. 2 in the $200,000 Robert B. Lewis Stakes (gr. II) with Reddam Racing's He's Had Enough, who has just three opponents in the early-season Santa Anita Derby (gr. I) prep.
Kentucky Derby 2013: Top 20
This will be the first of six (monthly) editions of my top 20 contenders for the 2013 Kentucky Derby. read blog
Stable Mail: Lady Banks to make 2nd Start
Lady Banks, a two-year-old filly who ran an excellent second in her debut at Aqueduct on November 23, is back in Friday in the 3rd race at Aqueduct. read blog
Connections
| Trainer | Bob Baffert |
|---|---|
| Jockey | Joel Rosario |
| Owner | West, Gary and Mary |
| Breeder | William G. Andrade MD & Michael E. Hernon |
Pedigree
| Flashback View Five-Cross Pedigree | Tapit | Pulpit |
| Tap Your Heels | ||
| Rhumb Line | Mr. Greeley | |
| Rose Rhapsody |
Auction History
| Sale / Hip | Type | Buyer | Consignor | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| KEENOV2010 Hip 892 |
Weanling | Ben Glass, agent | Gainesway, agent | $260,000 |
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Trending Horses
| Arrogate |
| Cool Catomine |
| Songbird |
| Princess Victoria |
| Always Dreaming |
| Irap |
| Accelerate |
| Tapwrit |
| Abel Tasman |
| Zenyatta |
