Champion High Chaparral Euthanized at 15
High Chaparral, a two-time U.S. champion, dual European classic winner, and prominent sire, has died in his native Ireland at age 15.
Toronado (IRE)
- Bay Colt
- Born 2010
- IRE-Bred
Mathea Kelley
Toronado storms home to win the Queen Anne Stakes at Royal Ascot.
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Anne M. Eberhardt
Caption: Toronado Scenes at Santa Anita on Oct. 27, 2014, in preparation for Breeders' Cup in California. 1Origs10_28_14 image162 Photo by Anne M. Eberhardt
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Caption: Toronado Scenes at Santa Anita on Oct. 27, 2014, in preparation for Breeders' Cup in California. 1Origs10_28_14 image156 Photo by Anne M. Eberhardt
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Caption: Toronado Scenes at Santa Anita on Oct. 27, 2014, in preparation for Breeders' Cup in California. 1Origs10_28_14 image135 Photo by Anne M. Eberhardt
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Chad B. Harmon
Toronado - Breeders' Cup 2014
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Toronado - Breeders' Cup 2014
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Toronado - Breeders' Cup, October 30, 2014
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Toronado - Breeders' Cup, October 28, 2014
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Trevor Jones
Kingman runs past Toronado and Darwin in the QUIPCO Sussex Stakes at Goodwood July 30, 2014.
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Kingman runs past Toronado and Darwin in the QUIPCO Sussex Stakes at Goodwood July 30, 2014.
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Toronado, outside in gray silks, wins the Sussex Stakes at Goodwood.
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Toronado after winning the 2013 Sussex Stakes.
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Mathea Kelley
Toronado
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Toronado (right) won the 2014 Queen Anne Stakes.
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BC European Value Horses Again Deliver Profit
While it went down to the wire this year, the Breeders' Cup wagering angle of looking for value in European starters again finished in the black, well in the black as it turns out. read blog
Japan-Bred Karakontie Scores Mile Win
In a race that completely changed complexion in the stretch, Flaxman Holdings' homebred Karakontie rallied to victory in the $2 million Breeders' Cup Mile (gr. I) Nov. 1 at Santa Anita Park.
That Handicapping Show: Breeders' Cup Friday
- By Claire Novak
Claire Novak and Tom LaMarra handicap several Breeders' Cup Friday races. They look at the Breeders' Cup Distaff, Mile, Juvenile Fillies, and Juvenile Fillies Turf. Return Saturday for the Breeders' Cup Classic! watch video
That Handicapping Show: Breeders' Cup Friday Card
Claire Novak and Tom LaMarra handicap several races from the Breeders' Cup Friday card. They look at the Breeders' Cup Distaff, Mile, Juvenile Fillies, and Juvenile Fillies Turf. The Breeders' Cup Classic will post on Saturday as a separate show, so be sure to return then!
Breeders' Cup News Update for Oct 28, 2014
- By Claire Novak
Claire Novak updates us on American Pharoah's defection, Shared Belief's final breeze, and the first racetrack visits for international contenders Dank and Toronado after clearing quarantine. watch video
Breeders' Cup News Update for October 28, 2014
Claire Novak updates us on American Pharoah's defection, Shared Belief's final breeze, and the first racetrack visits for international contenders Dank and Toronado after clearing quarantine.
Breeders' Cup Mile Wide-Open Without Wise Dan
With two-time Horse of the Year Wise Dan sidelined after dominating back-to-back editions of the $2 million Breeders' Cup Mile (gr. IT), the Nov. 1 race drew a slew of contenders.
Mile Draws 19 First-Preference Entries
With two-time Horse of the Year Wise Dan sidelined after dominating back-to-back editions of the $2 million Breeders' Cup Mile (gr. IT), a slew of contenders pre-entered the turf event to be run Nov. 1 at Santa Anita.
Toronado to Carry Hannon Hopes in BC Mile
Al Shaqab Racing's British-based Toronado is being aimed for the Breeders' Cup Mile (gr. IT) Nov. 1 after missing last year's World Championships to continue his recovery from throat surgery.
Al Shaqab's Toronado to National Stud in 2015
Al Shaqab Racing's group I-winning miler Toronado, who is possible for the QIPCO Queen Elizabeth II Stakes (Eng-I) at Ascot in October, will take up stud duty in 2015 at The National Stud in Newmarket.
Baltic Baroness Wins Vermeille, Treve Fourth
Baltic Baroness, a 22-1 longshot, handed Pomology her first defeat Sept. 14 in winning the Prix Vermeille (Fr-I) by a short head at Longchamp. Defending Arc winner Treve was fourth as the even-money choice.
Treve Returns From Injury in Prix Vermeille
Star French mare Treve will try to get back her winning ways Sept. 14 in the Qatar Prix Vermeille (Fr-I), a prep for the Qatar Prix de l'Arc de Triomphe (Fr-I), at Longchamp.
Kingman Wins Sussex with Dazzling Late Speed
Unleashing a belated but powerful acceleration, Kingman blew past the battling pair of Toronado and pacesetter Darwin in the closing stages and won the QIPCO Sussex Stakes (Eng-I) July 30 at Goodwood.
Kingman, Toronado Set for Sussex Clash
An exciting matchup between group I winners Kingman and Toronado has shaped up for the QIPCO Sussex Stakes (Eng-I) July 30 at Goodwood.
Kingman vs. Toronado at Glorious Goodwood
J. Keeler Johnson handicaps the group I Sussex Stakes at Glorious Goodwood. read blog
Toronado Opens Season With Queen Anne Victory
Toronado proved up to the challenge of facing top competition in his seasonal debut when the 4-year-old held off a late challenge from Verrazano to secure a victory in the Queen Anne Stakes (Eng-I) June 17 at Royal Ascot.
Toronado, Verrazano Meet in Queen Anne
Al Shaqab Racing's group I winner Toronado heads a field of 10 entered for the Queen Anne Stakes (Eng-I) June 15, opening day at Royal Ascot.
International Ceremony to Recognize Wise Dan
Black Caviar, Treve, and Wise Dan are to be recognized as the three top horses in the Longines World's Best Racehorse Ceremony at the gala dinner of the Longines Hong Kong International Races Dec. 6 in Hong Kong.
'War' Springs International Upset at York
Declaration of War pulled a mild upset in the Juddmonte International Stakes (Eng-I) Aug. 21 at York, turning the tables on highly regarded rivals Al Kazeem and Toronado.
Toronado Bests Dawn Approach in Showdown
Toronado wore down classic winner Dawn Approach in the final furlong and finally got the best of his rival on the third try in their QIPCO Sussex Stakes (Eng-I) showdown July 31 at Goodwood.
Dawn Approach Wins St. James's Thriller
Godolphin Racing's Dawn Approach battled Toronado in the closing stages of the St. James's Palace Stakes (Eng-I) and narrowly won in a thrilling finish June 18 at Royal Ascot.
Guineas Winners to Meet in St. James's Palace
Dawn Approach and Magician, the respective English and Irish Two Thousand Guineas winners, look set to clash in the St. James's Palace Stakes (Eng-I) June 18 at Royal Ascot in what may well be the defining race of the meet.
Dawn Approach Wins Guineas for Godolphin
Godolphin's Dawn Approach remained undefeated and provided morale support to the Maktoum family's racing operation with a brilliant win in the QIPCO Two Thousand Guineas (Eng-I), the first jewel of England's Triple Crown.
Unbeaten Dawn Approach Set for Guineas Test
Godolphin's undefeated European champion Dawn Approach will make his highly anticipated 2013 debut in the QIPCO Two Thousand Guineas (Eng-I), the first classic of the European season May 4 at Newmarket.
Connections
| Trainer | Richard Hannon |
|---|---|
| Jockey | Richard Hughes |
| Owner | Al Shaqab Racing |
| Breeder | Paul Nataf |
Pedigree
| Toronado (IRE) View Five-Cross Pedigree | High Chaparral (IRE) | Sadler's Wells |
| Kasora (IRE) | ||
| Wana Doo | Grand Slam | |
| Wedding Gift (FR) |
Auction History
| Sale / Hip | Type | Buyer | Consignor | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ARQDEC2010 Hip 250 |
Weanling | BBA (Ireland) | OmmŽel | $53,644 |
| ARQAUG2011 Hip 433 |
Yearling | Amanda Skiffington | Haras d'Ommeel | $74,619 |
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