Bird Song Skips to Alysheba Victory
Start to finish, Bird Song led the field in the $400,000 Alysheba Stakes presented by Big Fish Casino (G2) May 5 at Churchill Downs.
International Star
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- Born 2012
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International Star wins the 2016 Louisiana Stakes.
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International Star at Churchill for Kentucky Derby. image 271 April 28, 2015 Photo by Anne M. Eberhardt
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Louisiana Derby winner International Star (outside) and jockey Miguel Mena, works an easy 5 furlongs in company with stablemate Dreams Cut Short Saturday morning in 1: 01 3 at Churchill Downs April 28.
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International Star on the track at Churchill Downs on April 28, 2015.
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Interntional Star at Churchill Downs April 28.
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International Star - Churchill Downs, April 28, 2015.
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International Star - Churchill Downs, April 28, 2015.
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International Star - Churchill Downs, April 28, 2015.
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International Star - Churchill Downs, April 28, 2015.
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International Star - Churchill Downs, April 28, 2015.
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International Star at Churchill Downs 4.29.15.
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International Star at Churchill Downs 4.29.15.
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Ken and Sarah Ramsey's International Star capped a trio of 3-year-old prep wins at Fair Grounds Race Course with a game victory over pacesetter Stanford in the Grade II $750,000 Louisiana Derby.
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International Star wins the Risen Star Stakes.
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International Star wins the Louisiana Derby.
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International Star - Churchill Downs, April 18, 2015.
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International Star - Churchill Downs, April 18, 2015.
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International Star - Churchill Downs, April 18, 2015.
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International Star - Churchill Downs, April 18, 2015.
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International Star - Churchill Downs, April 18, 2015.
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International Star - Churchill Downs, April 18, 2015.
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International Star - Churchill Downs, April 18, 2015.
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International Star - Churchill Downs, April 18, 2015.
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International Star wins the 2015 Louisiana Derby.
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International Star wins the 2015 Louisiana Derby.
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International Star wins the 2015 Louisiana Derby.
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International Star wins the 2015 Louisiana Derby.
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International Star wins the 2015 Risen Star.
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International Star wins the 2015 Risen Star.
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International Star wins the 2015 Lecomte Stakes.
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International Star wins the 2015 Lecomte Stakes.
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International Star in the Grey Stakes.
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International Star wins the Grey Stakes.
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Honorable Duty Aims to Continue Fair Grounds Roll
Honorable Duty will try for a third straight stakes win at the Fair Grounds meet and the most prestigious victory of his career when he faces an expected nine rivals in the $400,000 New Orleans Handicap (G2) April 1.
Honorable Duty Holds Strong in Mineshaft Handicap
Honorable Duty called up all his improved fortitude in the stretch of the $125,000 Mineshaft Handicap (G3) Feb. 25 when he held strong over International Star and a stubborn Dazzling Gem to take the 1 1/16-mile test by half a length.
International Star Could Add to Fair Grounds Success
Fans at Fair Grounds Race Course & Slots figure to be plenty familiar with most of the starters in the $125,000 Mineshaft Handicap (G3) Saturday, Feb. 25.
That Handicapping Show: The Stephen Foster
Claire Novak, Ellis Starr, and Tom LaMarra preview the Stephen Foster Handicap (gr. I) featuring Effinex, Are You Kidding Me, Eagle, Bradester, and International Star. Sponsored by Equibase.
Effinex Draws Post 3 in Stephen Foster
Effinex, who last year won the Clark Handicap presented by Norton Healthcare (gr. I) at Churchill Downs, will look to add to his legacy there June 18 when he takes on six rivals in the $500,000 Stephen Foster Handicap (gr. I).
Imperative, Page McKenney Return for Charles Town Classic
Imperative and Page McKenney, second and third, respectively, behind Moreno in last year's Charles Town Classic (gr. II), are among 10 older horses entered in the $1.25 million event April 23 at Hollywood Casino at Charles Town Races.
S'maverlous Stuns New Orleans Handicap Field
Longshot S'maverlous proved up to the challenge of his first stakes try and registered a clear victory in the $400,000 New Orleans Handicap (gr. II) March 26 at Fair Grounds Race Course & Slots.
Majestic Harbor Tops New Orleans 'Cap Field
Gallant Stable's grade I winner Majestic Harbor will go for his second consecutive graded stakes victory of the Fair Grounds Race Course & Slots meet in the $400,000 New Orleans Handicap (gr. II) Mar. 26.
Majestic Harbor Edges Eagle in Mineshaft
Grade I winner Majestic Harbor outdueled Eagle in the long Fair Grounds Race Course & Slots stretch to snap a seven-race losing streak and earn his first stakes win since 2014 Feb. 20 in the Mineshaft Handicap (gr. III).
International Star Faces Mineshaft Four
International Star, who last year swept the 3-year-old prep races on the Road to the Kentucky Derby, will reenter the graded ranks Feb. 20 in the $125,000 Mineshaft Handicap (gr. III) at Fair Grounds.
International Star, Stageplay Roll at FG
Ken and Sarah Ramsey's International Star got back to his winning ways Jan. 16 at the racetrack where he seemingly can't lose -- Fair Grounds Race Course & Slots.
International Star Makes Fair Grounds Return
Ken and Sarah Ramsey's International Star returns to the site of his greatest accomplishments Jan. 16, when the reigning Louisiana Derby (gr. II) winner starts in the $60,000 Louisiana Stakes.
Mobile Bay Just Up in Zia Park Derby
Tigertail Ranch's homebred Mobile Bay got the bob and won the Zia Park Derby by a nose, while International Star checked in fourth in his first race since his victory in the Louisiana Derby (gr. II) in March.
Lenny's Place: Post Breeders' Cup Edition
Lenny Shulman recaps the Breeders' Cup meet at Keeneland and sits with Ken Ramsey to discuss several scoops on plans for Bobby's Kitten, international racing, and International Star. Sponsored by Hill 'n' Dale Stallions watch video
Lenny's Place: Post Breeders' Cup Edition
Lenny Shulman recaps the Breeders' Cup meet and analyzes how Keeneland performed as a host track. Lenny also sits and talks with Ken Ramsey and obtains several scoops on plans for Bobby's Kitten, international racing, and International Star. Sponsored by Hill 'n' Dale Stallions
New Injury Diagnosis for International Star
Upon further evaluation of sidelined Louisiana Derby (gr. II) winner International Star, veterinarians have diagnosed a hairline fracture in his left knee.
Kentucky Derby Scene Setter
Kentucky Derby day scene setter with Claire Novak at Churchill Downs on May 2, 2015. Watch Video
International Star Scratched from the Derby
Ken and Sarah Ramsey's International Star has been scratched from today's Kentucky Derby Presented by Yum! Brands (gr. I). Several other horses owned by the Ramseys have been scratched from the May 2 Churchill card.
Derby is Baffert's Show Again
"I believe in fate," says Hall of Fame trainer Bob Baffert. "I believe that something really good is about to happen... but it's something we're just going to have to wait and see."
Ramsey Hopes for Shining Star
Ken Ramsey said he is loaded with 2-year-olds for next year's Kentucky Derby, but International Star, who swept the Fair Grounds Derby preps, might get him the roses a year earlier than planned.
Tale of Verve Among 22 Entered for KY Derby
The Churchill Downs communications department said April 29 that sources confirmed 22 horses have been entered for the May 2 Kentucky Derby Presented by Yum! Brands (gr. I) for 3-year-olds going 1 1/4 miles.
2015 Road to the Kentucky Derby Infographics
Review the stats and race results from the Kentucky Derby Championship Series of 50 and 100 point races. Sponsored by WinStar Farm view slideshow
El Kabeir Walks Shedrow, Dortmund Gallops
Dortmund impressed Baffert in his first gallop over the track, as International Star and Mubtaahij also took a spin April 28. El Kabeir stayed in the shedrow but will train April 29 according to trainer John Terranova.
Podcast: Steve Haskin's Derby Preview
Ron Mitchell and Steve Haskin discuss the contenders for the Kentucky Derby, including American Pharoah, Dortmund, and International Star, how the draw will impact the field, and who Steve likes. Listen Now
Kentucky Derby News Update: April 28, 2015
Claire Novak recaps the news of the day, including Carpe Diem, Mubtaahij, and International Star on track, comments from trainer Mike de Kock, and the Oaks post position draw. Watch Video
KY Derby: International Star Under the Radar
Trainer Mike Maker and International Star are out of limelight at Churchill Downs. watch video
Kentucky Derby News Update: April 28, 2015
Claire Novak recaps the news of the day, including Carpe Diem, Mubtaahij, and International Star on track, comments from trainer Mike de Kock, and the Oaks post position draw.
Kentucky Derby: International Star Under the Radar
Trainer Mike Maker and International Star are out of limelight at Churchill Downs.
Dortmund to Track, Other Derby Horses Arrive
Kaleem Shah's undefeated Dortmund got reacquainted with the Twin Spires April 27, making his first trip around Churchill Downs this year after arriving from California. Firing Line and Bolo were also on the track Monday.
Kentucky Derby: International Star Arrives
Louisiana Derby winner International Star arrives at Churchill Downs from Trackside at 11am April 27.
Haskin: California Horses Make Big Impression
Following Sunday's rainy, chilly morning, the sun was out Monday morning and the Derby horses were out in full force, including three arrivals from California -- Dortmund, Firing Line, and Bolo. read blog
Three to Represent New York in Derby
The New York-breeding program had two runners in last year's Kentucky Derby Presented by Yum! Brands (gr. I). This year it appears three Empire state-breds will go: International Star, Upstart, and Tencendur.
Three Derby Hopefuls Have Derby-Winning Sires
This year Louisiana Derby (gr. II) winner International Star and Santa Anita Derby (gr. I) winner Dortmund will try to add their sires to the list of Derby winners who have sired Derby winners.
International Star Stays Home for Final Work
Ken and Sarah Ramsey's International Star stayed at trainer Mike Maker's base at the Churchill Downs Training Center for his final Kentucky Derby Presented by Yum! Brands (gr. I) workout April 25.
Derby Notes: Three Scheduled to Work Saturday
With rain in Saturday's forecast, connections of Kentucky Derby hopefuls International Star, Tencendur, and Keen Ice will try to stick to the plan of working Saturday, April 25.
THS: Kentucky Derby Preview
Tom LaMarra and Claire Novak take an early look at the potential Kentucky Derby contenders. Watch to see which contenders to keep a closer watch on as they work this weekend. watch video
Use Derby Points to Determine Post Positions
Just think if some healthy chatter on social media was going on this week about which post position the connections of International Star should choose with the first post position pick for this year's Kentucky Derby. read blog
Steve Haskin's Derby Dozen for April 21, 2015
Steve Haskin throws a curve ball in this week's Kentucky Derby Dozen. Read to find out more! read blog
2015 Road to the Kentucky Derby
Point-leading Triple Crown-nominated horses on the "Road to the Kentucky Derby" leaderboard. The classic will be run May 2 at Churchill Downs. view horse listing
Kentucky Derby Prep Race Results and Points
View the top four finishers of every 2015 Kentucky Derby prep race, including points, race replays, and other race details! view race listing
Kentucky Derby Notes, April 20
Following is a brief look at some of the horses training toward the Kentucky Derby Presented by Yum! Brands (gr. I) on May 2 at Churchill Downs.
Kentucky Derby Notes, April 19
A look at some of the horses training toward the first jewel of the Triple Crown.
International Star Heads Derby Works at CD
With the 141st Kentucky Derby Presented by Yum! Brands (gr. I) only two weeks away, three contenders for the May 2 classic turned in solid works at Churchill Downs the morning of April 18, headed by International Star.
Steve Haskin's Derby Dozen for April 14, 2015
With only a few weeks until the Kentucky Derby, see how Steve's Derby Dozen is cooking up. read blog
Top 3YOS Separated from Pack in Derby Preps
Looking at the six U.S. races this year that the Road to the Kentucky Derby awards 100 points to the winner, four were won by favorites. Of the six races, International Star delivered the largest win payout at $6.60... read blog
Steve Haskin's Derby Dozen for April 7, 2015
This week three horses have entered their hat into the ring for Steve Haskin's Kentucky Derby Dozen. Read to see who has disappeared from the list! read blog
Steve Haskin's Derby Dozen for March 31, 2015
Wins by Materiality, Mubtaahij, and Far From Over now off the trail changes Steve's Kentucky Derby Dozen. Read to learn how! read blog
Podcast: Haskin's Racing Review for April 1
Ron Mitchell and Steve Haskin discuss performances from horses at the Dubai World Cup Carnival, prep races for the Kentucky Derby and the Kentucky Oaks, and more.
The Week in Photos for 3/31/2015
Dubai, Australia, Japan, Fair Grounds, Gulfstream Park, Hawthorne, Oaklawn and more. view slideshow
Connections
| Trainer | Michael J. Maker |
|---|---|
| Jockey | Jose L. Ortiz |
| Owner | Ramsey, Kenneth L. and Sarah K. |
| Breeder | Katharine M. Voss & Robert T Manfuso |
Pedigree
| International Star View Five-Cross Pedigree | Fusaichi Pegasus | Mr. Prospector |
| Angel Fever | ||
| Parlez | French Deputy | |
| Speak Halory |
Auction History
| Sale / Hip | Type | Buyer | Consignor | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FTMSEP2013 Hip 369 |
Yearling | Patrice Miller/EQB, agent for Kenneth L. & Sarah K. Ramsey | Chanceland Farm, agent | $85,000 |
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Trending Horses
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| Classic Empire |
| Tapwrit |
| Mill Road |
| Always Dreaming |
| Unspoiled Moments |
| Flipcup |
| Gun Runner |
| Songbird |
