AnamoeGodolphin’s most successful horse ever at group 1 level, will retire as Darley stallion for the 2023 season.
The 4-year-old, who has racked up a record nine wins in group 1, will join the squad at Kelvinside in the NSW Hunters Valley.
For three consecutive seasons, Anamoe was the standout flag bearer for Team Godolphin and Australia’s head coach, James Cummings, won 14 (plus eight ratings) in 25 starts and earned prize money. over 12 million Australian dollars ($7,710,095).
Anamoe retires from the race as the second Australian horse in over 20 years to win Group 1 with scores of 2, 3 and 4.
As a minor, he placed in the Blue Diamond Stake (G1) and the Golden Sandals (G1) before winning the Sires Production Share (G1) by an impressive threefold.
At age 3, he won the Caulfield Guineas (G1) before overtaking Rosehill Guineas (G1) more than six yards ahead of a controversial second place in Cox Plate (G1) when he suffered some interference from the people. win.
Such performances captured the attention of racing enthusiasts worldwide and the 3-year-old champion continued his rich form in 4th place, winning six races. group 1 from 1,400m to 2,040m—including last year’s Cox Plate.
James Cummings said: “Our team is proud of all that he has achieved in his racing career. He has never let us down and has always been with us from the start. I wish him all the best in his retirement and we can’t wait to see our descendants pass through the stables in the years to come.
“Our team is a tremendous honor and privilege to have cared for Anamoe and guided him throughout his racing career. His health has always been our number one priority and ours. I am very proud to have retired him in such great condition.”
Vin Cox, managing director of Godolphin Australia, expressed his delight at Anamoe’s addition to the stallion list, noting that his impressive track record, type and pedigree will make him a favorite among the breeders. Breeders welcome.
“It is bittersweet to see Anamoe retire from the track. As an iconic figure for Godolphin and the racing world, he leaves behind a legacy that will not be forgotten and he has nothing left to do. prove more.
“The trio of performance, pedigree and attitude are the most important factors that breeders consider and he possesses them all equally. As he begins his new journey in the prestigious Darley list, he is without a doubt the most sought after and especially the Australian stallion ever seen.”
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