Starlight Laminitis Research Challenge Met
The Grayson-Jockey Club Research Foundation (GJCRF) announced Feb. 10 that it has reached the target prompted by Starlight Stable's challenge to raise $75,000 for laminitis research.
St Nicholas Abbey (IRE)
- Bay Colt
- Born 2007
- IRE-Bred
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Aidan O'Brien - Breeders' Cup 2011
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Coolmore and partners' St Nicholas Abbey spoiled the international debut of sensational filly Gentildonna as he drew off in the stretch from the reigning Japanese Horse of the Year. Gentildonna finishes 2nd in the race.
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St Nicholas Abbey and Joseph O'Brien run in the Dubai Sheema Classic.
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St Nicholas Abbey winning the $5 million Dubai Sheema Classic.
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St Nicholas Abbey after winning the Dubai Sheema Classic.
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St Nicholas Abbey and Joseph O'Brien celebrate after winning the Dubai Sheema Classic.
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St. Nicholas Abby wins the Breeders' Cup Turf with jockey, and trainer Aidan O'Brien's son, Joseph O'Brien.
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St Nicholas Abbey at Fethard Equine Hospital 9/3/2013.
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St Nicholas Abbey and Joseph O'Brien enter the winner's circle following the Breeders' Cup Turf.
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Jockey O'Brien is congratulated by his mother Anne Marie O'Brien after St Nicholas Abbey wins the Emirates Airlines Breeders' Cup Turf.
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St Nicholas Abbey at Fethard Equine Hospital 9/3/2013.
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St Nicholas Abbey wins the Racing Post Trophy at Doncaster 10/24/2009 with Johnny Murtagh aboard.
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Unplaced in only three of his 21 career starts, St Nicholas Abbey had nine wins, two seconds, and seven third-place finishes to his credit while earning $7,863,492.
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A son of Montjeu, St Nicholas Abbey was trained by Aidan O'Brien for the Coolmore connections of Michael Tabor, Mrs. John Magnier, and Derrick Smith.
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St Nicholas Abbey, bred in Ireland by Barton Bloodstock and Villiers Syndicate, was produced from the Sure Blade mare Leaping Water. He was campaigned in all his starts by Coolmore's Susan Magnier, Michael Tabor, and Derrick Smith.
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St Nicholas Abbey (#3) wins the Coronation Cup, defeatring Midday, at Epsom 3/6/2011
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St Nicholas Abbey wins the Coronation Cup at Epsom for the 2nd time 2/6/2012.
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His victories include the Emirates Airline Breeders' Cup Turf, Investec Diamond Jubilee Coronation Cup (three times), Racing Post Trophy, and Dubai Sheema Classic Presented by Longines, all grade/group I events.
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St Nicholas Abbey running in the rain with Joseph O'Brien aboard during the High Chaparral E.B.F. Mooresbridge Stakes 5/7/2012.
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Cirrus Des Aigles with Olivier Pesser up, wins the Dubai Sheema Classic, and St Nicholas Abbey, with Joseph O'Brien up, finishes second. Dubai World Cup Day at Meydan Race Course 3/31/2012.
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St Nicholas Abbey heads to the winner's circle with jockey Joseph O'Brien after winning the Dubai Sheema Classic at Meydan.
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Dubai Sheema Classic, Presented By Longines, is won by St Nicholas Abbey and jockey Joseph O'Brien at the Dubai World Cup. Trained by Aidan O’Brien 3/30/2014.
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St Nicholas Abbey jogs with Joseph O'Brien at Meydan 3/29/2013.
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St Nicholas Abbey preps for the Dubai Sheema Classic.
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St Nicholas Abbey wins the Coronation Stakes, (3rd in a row), at Epsom 1/6/2013, defeating Dunaden and Joshua Tree.
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St Nicholas Abbey - Dubai, March 29, 2013.
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St Nicholas Abbey wins the 2013 Dubai Sheema Classic.
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St Nicholas Abbey wins the 2013 Dubai Sheema Classic.
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St Nicholas Abbey with Joseph O'Brien at Santa Anita 11/1/2012.
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St Nicholas Abbey in the Dubai Sheema Classic.
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St Nicholas Abbey in the 2011 Breeders' Cup Turf.
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St Nicholas Abbey in the 2011 Breeders' Cup Turf.
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St Nicholas Abbey in the 2011 Breeders' Cup Turf.
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St Nicholas Abbey in the 2011 Breeders' Cup Turf.
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St Nicholas Abbey in the 2011 Breeders' Cup Turf.
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St Nicholas Abbey in the Breeders' Cup Turf.
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Slideshow: Japan's Gentildonna
Highlights from the racing career of Japan's champion mare Gentildonna. view slideshow
Cirrus des Aigles Bids for Group I Hat Trick
French star Cirrus des Aigles will bid for a third successive top-level victory this season in the Investec Coronation Cup (In Commemoration of St Nicholas Abbey, Eng-I) at Epsom Downs June 7.
Slideshow: St Nicholas Abbey (IRE)
Images from the six-time grade/group I winner St Nicholas Abbey's career. view slideshow
St Nicholas Abbey's Brave Battle
- By Steve Haskin
What seemed like a remarkable recovery falls short. read blog
Irish Star St Nicholas Abbey Dies From Colic
Six-time grade/group I winner St Nicholas Abbey died the morning of Jan. 14 due to complications from colic, Coolmore Stud reported.
St Nicholas Abbey Progresses in Recovery
A Dec. 10 update from Coolmore Stud spoke positively of the recovery of six-time grade/group I-winner St Nicholas Abbey, who continues to battle complications from a fractured right foreleg sustained in Ireland July 23.
St Nicholas Abbey Reaches 'Critical' Point
St Nicholas Abbey has reached a "critical" point in his recovery from laminitis, Coolmore Stud reported Nov. 28.
30-in-30: Top 10 Breeders' Cups 2004-2012
Outstanding females provided many of the thrills during the Breeder's Cup's third decade.
St Nicholas Abbey Dealt Setback in Recovery
Coolmore Stud's St Nicholas Abbey has been dealt a setback in his recovery from an injury sustained in July as the 6-year-old horse has "developed mild laminitic changes in the left fore," according to a Twitter post.
30 Years in 30 Days: Oldest, Youngest Jockeys
While his riding career was winding down by the time the Breeders' Cup launched in 1984, jockey Bill Shoemaker still managed to stamp the event when he delivered a perfectly timed ride aboard Ferdinand in the 1987 Classic.
St Nicholas Abbey's Recovery on Track
Ireland's Coolmore Stud reported Sept. 30 that injured equine superstar St Nicholas Abbey's recovery is on track and that "surgeons at Fethard Equine Hospital couldn't be happier with St Nicholas Abbey's progress to date."
St Nicholas Abbey Has Best Week Since Surgery
While still under a guarded prognosis, multiple grade I/group I winner St Nicholas Abbey had his best week since his initial surgery, Ireland's Coolmore Stud reported Sept. 4.
Setback in St Nicholas Abbey's Recovery
Ireland's Coolmore Stud reported Aug. 28 that multiple grade/group I winner St Nicholas Abbey "was comfortable and walking as well as can be expected" after a setback in his recovery from a life-threatening fracture.
St Nicholas Abbey 'Best He Has Been'
Nearly one month since St Nicholas Abbey underwent major surgery to repair a life-threatening fracture of his right foreleg, Coolmore reported the multiple grade/group I winner is "the best he has been."
St Nicholas Abbey Remains in 'Good Form'
Multiple group/grade I winner St Nicholas Abbey remains in "good form" at Fethard Equine Hospital and recently had his fiberglass cast replaced, the latest update from owner Coolmore Stud said Aug. 9.
St Nicholas Abbey: Road to Recovery
Coolmore Stud presents a look at St Nicholas Abbey's injury and his road to recovery at Fethard Equine Hospital. Watch Video
St Nicholas Abbey Continues to Progress
Multiple grade I winner St Nicholas Abbey "continues to progress along the right lines" after undergoing two major operations, owner Coolmore Stud said in an Aug. 1 update.
St Nicholas Abbey Showing Improvement
St Nicholas Abbey has made progress and was in good form July 27 following emergency colic surgery. The 6-year-old Montjeu horse had surgery July 24 for a fractured pastern and colicked two days later.
Prognosis for St Nicholas Abbey 'Guarded'
St Nicholas Abbey underwent emergency surgery for colic the morning of July 26, and his prognosis is "very guarded," owner Coolmore said.
St Nicholas Abbey to Remain in Intensive Care
St Nicholas Abbey, who suffered a fractured pastern during a routine work July 23 and underwent surgery the following day, is recuperating in the intensive care unit at Fethard Equine Hospital in England.
Superstar St Nicholas Abbey Injured, Retired
International superstar St Nicholas Abbey sustained a career-ending injury the morning of July 23 at trainer Aidan O'Brien's Ballydoyle headquarters and efforts were being made by veterinarians to save the horse for stud.
Galileo Dominates European Classics
The Coolmore stallion has already posted some astonishing figures but he will have few weekends like the one he enjoyed on the biggest stage in Europe.
Third Coronation Win for St Nicholas Abbey
Coolmore and partners' St Nicholas Abbey notched a record third consecutive Investec Coronation Cup (Eng-I) victory in convincing style on Derby day June 1 at Epsom.
Slideshow: Dubai World Cup Day 2013
View the races and sights from the Dubai World Cup race card. view slideshow
Dubai World Cup Day 2013
View the races and sights from the Dubai World Cup race card.
Dubai Sheema Classic - St Nicholas Abbey
Footage before, during, and after the Dubai Sheema Classic, won by St Nicholas Abbey, including comments from the the winning connections. Watch Video
St Nicholas Abbey Wins Dubai Sheema Classic
Coolmore and partners' St Nicholas Abbey spoiled the international debut of filly Gentildonna as he drew off from the reigning Japanese Horse of the Year, winning the $5 million Dubai Sheema Classic March 30 at Meydan.
Gentildonna Towers in Dubai Sheema Classic
Japan's brilliant filly Gentildonna begins her international campaign March 30 in the $5 million Longines Dubai Sheema Classic (UAE-I) on the Dubai World Cup (UAE-I) undercard at Meydan.
Little Mike Runs Big in Breeders' Cup Turf
Arlington Million (gr. IT) winner Little Mike upset the $3 million Breeders' Cup Turf (gr. IT) and finished a tick off a 23-year-old track record to do so, holding off Point of Entry while getting 1 1/2 miles in 2:22.83
O'Brien's Starters Lead Euro Exercise Nov. 1
Having cleared quarantine, Aidan O'Brien's powerful string of Breeders' Cup contenders took to the oval with the other Europeans at Santa Anita Park for the first time to stretch their legs the morning of Nov. 1.
Trainer O'Brien Ready with Two 'Turf' Stars
With co-owner Derrick Smith looking on, Irish trainer Aidan O'Brien sent out Breeders' Cup Turf (gr. IT) hopefuls St Nicholas Abbey and Treasure Beach for a gallop at Santa Anita Nov. 1.
Euros Arrive, Take to Track at Breeders' Cup
The final shipment of European Breeders' Cup runners arrived at the quarantine barn at Santa Anita Park late the evening of Oct. 29, while others who had arrived earlier took to the track for the first time Oct. 30.
St Nicholas Abbey, Point of Entry Head Turf
Pit last year's European-based Breeders' Cup Turf (gr. IT) winner against New York's finest coming off five consecutive victories, and the Turf might look like a two-horse race between St Nicholas Abbey and Point of Entry.
Slim Shadey Puts in Promising Work
Slim Shadey put in a five-furlong maintenance work of 1:01 1/5 on the main track Oct. 28 in preparation for the Nov. 3 Breeders' Cup Turf (gr. IT).
180 Horses Pre-Entered for Breeders' Cup
The Breeders' Cup announced Oct. 24 that 180 horses, including eight former or defending winners, were pre-entered for the Nov. 2-3 World Championships at Santa Anita Park.
Breeders' Cup Still Thrills McGaughey
While Point of Entry has rolled to three straight grade I wins in New York turf races this season, the 4-year-old Dynaformer colt will face some of the top European horses in this year's Breeders' Cup Turf (gr. IT).
Orfevre, Camelot Among 18 Runners for Arc
The Prix de l'Arc de Triomphe (Fr-I) Oct. 7 at Longchamp attracted a large and competitive field of 18, headed by reigning Japanese Horse of the Year Orfevre and mutliple European classic winner Camelot.
Snow Fairy Sensational in Irish Champion
Snow Fairy turned in yet another superb performance as she put away Nathaniel in the final furlong to win the $969,000 Red Mills Irish Champion Stakes (Ire-I) at Leopardstown Sept. 8.
Lucky 13: Frankel Rolls in Juddmonte Int'l
The brilliant Frankel kept his perfect record intact with a scintillating performance in the Juddmonte International (Eng-I) at York Racecourse Aug. 22.
Danedream Denies Nathaniel to Win King George
German raider Danedream showed grit and determination by nailing Nathaniel on the wire to win the $1,550,000 King George VI & Queen Elizabeth Stakes (Eng-I) by a nose at Ascot July 21.
'Abbey' Romps in Coronation Cup Repeat
St Nicholas Abbey took the lead two furlongs from the wire and stormed home an easy winner in the $465,000 Diamond Jubilee Coronation Cup (Eng-I) at Epsom June 2.
Historic Sheema Classic for Female Trainer
France's Corine Barande-Barbe became the first female trainer to win a race on Dubai World Cup night when Cirrus des Aigles captured the $5 million Dubai Sheema Classic Presented By Longines (UAE-I) at Meydan Racecourse.
Dick's Picks for Dubai World Cup Day March 31
Dick Powell gives his selections for the Dubai World Cup program March 31 at Meydan Racecourse, including the Sheema Classic, Duty Free, Golden Shaheen, Al Quoz Sprint, and of course, the $10 million main event.
O'Brien Sends Out Two in Dubai Sheema Classic
Treasure Beach and St Nicholas Abbey are just two of the seven grade/group I winners that will go to the post in the $5,000,000 Dubai Sheema Classic Presented by Longines (UAE-IT) at Meydan Racecourse March 31.
Strong Coolmore Team Headed to Dubai
One of the strongest international racing teams ever assembled is poised to leave Coolmore's Ballydoyle training center in Ireland this month for a raid on the rich prizes offered by the Dubai World Cup (UAE-I) program.
World Cup Nominees Include American Champions
Four Eclipse Award winners are among the international cast of horses nominated to the $27.25 million Dubai World Cup card at Meydan Racecourse on Saturday, March 31.
Slideshow: 2011 Breeders' Cup Day 2
2011 Breeders' Cup World Championships - Day 2: Photos of the day two winners at the 2011 Breeders' Cup. view slideshow
O'Briens Team Up to Win Breeders' Cup Turf
Eighteen-year-old Joseph O'Brien rode St Nicholas Abbey (by Montjeu) to a driving win in the Emirates Airline Breeders' Cup Turf (gr. IT) Nov. 5 at Churchill Downs for his father, trainer Aidan O'Brien.
Dean's Kitten Tries to Overcome Odds Again
Dean's Kitten overcame a compromised first year to claw his way to Breeders' Cup Turf (gr. I) contention.
Connections
| Trainer | O'BRIEN AIDAN |
|---|---|
| Jockey | O'BRIEN JOSEPH |
| Owner | D SMITH, MRS J MAGNIER & M TABOR |
| Breeder | BARTON BLOODSTOCK & VILLIERS SYNDICATE |
Pedigree
| St Nicholas Abbey (IRE) View Five-Cross Pedigree | Montjeu (IRE) | Sadler's Wells |
| Floripedes | ||
| Leaping Water (GB) | Sure Blade | |
| Flamenco Wave |
Auction History
| Sale / Hip | Type | Buyer | Consignor | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| TATOCT2008 Hip 17 |
Yearling | Demi O'Byrne | Oaks Farm Stables | $366,765 |
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