Fox Hill Farms announced on January 3 via Facebook that they will be ending racing.
The Lexington Ranch run by the late Rick Porter has passed on its remaining horse, the Royal Ship, to Porter’s son, Scott. Scott Porter will operate under the Fox Hollow Racing banner. Siena Ranch co-owns the horse with Fox Hollow Racing.
Rick Porter died at the age of 80 in June 2021 after a long battle with cancer.
“I always knew this was going to happen. Rick always said he was Fox Hill Farm and when he’s no longer here, Fox Hill Farm will be over. He hopes that his son Scott can be. wanted some racing stock and pursued somewhat in his footsteps. Here’s one way to do it,” said Victoria Keith, who served as vice president of Fox Hill Farm and will be taking on an unprecedented role. identified with Fox Hollow Racing, said.
Horse, royal ship is a 7 year old kid transit person gel turned out Royal Val mare Bela Val . He’s 8-2-5 in 20 starting with $690,905 in career earnings. He was bred by Haras Belmont and trained by Richard Mandella.
Keith says it looks like Fox Hill Ranch will continue to exist with his son Scott Porter taking on the Royal Ship.
“It’s been an honor to work for Rick,” she said.
Royal Ship is a two-time runner-up in Pacific Classic Stakes (G1), Hollywood Gold Cup Stakes (G1) and San Diego Handicap (G2).
