ZEPHYRUS
Phantasm Frost x Wild Kiss
[Cryin' Out Loud x Fashionista] - [DW Flamekissed x Wild Flower]
Y17 Bay Colt Standing 15.2 Hands High
Surface: Turf
Distance: 6-11 Furlongs
Grade: One
Record: 58-22-16-8
Ridden By: Minske Mavecci
By the sire of Collateral Risk and Sun Shower
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Half-sister to Mr Wild, Wild Annie, and Cadenza's Kiss
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PERSONALITY
Zephyr is a strange horse. The product of a crossing between a sprinter and a router, Zephyr was expected to have strange distance preferences, and indeed the colt runs just about anything as long as it's over the turf. His small size - easily the smallest in his crop - made the others in his crop overlook him, but Zephyr honestly could care less. The bay horse is as stoic as they come, bombproof to a fault and unaffected by almost anything around him. He will stare you down without a trace of emotion in his gaze, but will also never act violently or affectionately. He just...is. Given the sassy nature of his dam and the general fire of his lines, this came as a bit of a surprise for us, but Zephyr just likes to be left alone to do his own thing. He's not easily bothered or fazed - only constant stimulation seems to elicit any sort of emotional reaction from him - and instead exists to graze quietly, enjoy a grooming session without being obvious about it, and (we suppose) philosophize in his own head. Zephyr is, however, an intelligent horse. He picks up on routines and emotions quickly and is rarely surprised by anything that happens in his immediate environment, thereby showing some excellent observation skills, too. While not the most social horse, Zephyr does tolerate other equines and even enjoy their company provided they don't constantly pester him. Zephyr is simply the kind of quiet, good horse desperately needed in his crop - but refuse to leave him alone, and the horse becomes a different animal entirely, finally showing some fire and having no issues fully expressing the extent of his annoyance.
LEG TYPE: STALKER
Zephyr is nonplussed on the track. He's really not bothered by the crowds, the noise, or any part of it. He treats it like a normal day, giving nobody any issues and seemingly quiet and unassuming throughout the paddock and post parade. Load this one up, though, and you'll finally see his eyes fire. Racing is in his blood and Zephyr actually loves the feeling of stretching his legs and soaring down the turf (but never place him over dirt - he'll back right off of it). Zephyr is the kind of horse who's easy to ride - place him just behind the speed duel in front and then let him stay there until it's time to go. Zephyr is a flexible horse, able to adapt to most any pace circumstance and traffic situation. He is actually probably the most flexible horse of his year when it comes to dealing with unluckiness or bad weather conditions. Stay calm on his back and Zephyr will guide you to the win - that's all Sam Johnston needs to know when riding this one. Zephyr is the kind of horse who displays his outward passion for flight in the final stretch. Up to that point, he seems calm as a cucumber. Ask him to go, and suddenly Zephyr will come alive, powering to the victory. What matters most is the timing of the ask - Sam needs to ask at the right moment so Zephyr can throw it all down and go for broke for the victory. Zephyr is the horse that never heads in the stretch and never fails to go when ask. He enjoys the feeling of winning a race and even doesn't seem to mind the noise of the winners' circle, but right after it's back to stoic Zephyr who merely wants his hay and a quiet afternoon to himself.
CURRENT SEASON
Starter Points [+5] | Raced Previously [+5] | Raced 3+ Seasons [+5]
Y19: W/P/S 10+ HOTY [+5] | Won HOTY [+5] | Won 5+ HOTY [+5]
Y19: W/P/S 10+ HOTY [+5] | Won HOTY [+5] | Won 5+ HOTY [+5]
1st BOLD RINGER MILE*//Jan Wk1 BSD [8F T 3] [+8] 1st MARLBORO CUP INVITATIONAL*//Feb Wk4 BSD [10F T 2] [+8] 1st SHEEMA CLASSIC*//Apr Wk1 TW [11F T 6] [+8] 1st PLENTIFUL MILE*//Apr Wk3 TW [8.5F T 3] [+8] 1st BLACK TIE AFFAIR HANDICAP*//June Wk3 BSD [9F T 3] [+8] 1st in BSD Federation Stakes* - Aug Wk 2 [9F/T/5] [+8] 1st in GHF Paranormal Hunter Memo. Stakes* - Aug Wk 3 [8F/T/5] [+8] 1st in BSD King Edward Stakes* - Sep Wk 2 [9F/T/5] [+8] 1st in GHF Caulfield Cup** - Sep Wk 4 [10F/T/6] [+12] 1st in BSD Betsy Ross Stakes* - Oct Wk 2 [8F/T/4] [+8] 1st in BSD Godolphin Mile** - Oct Wk 4 [8F/S/4] [+12] 2nd UNICORN HORN TURF MILE**//Jan Wk4 GHF [8F T 6] [+9] 2nd CARNIVAL STAKES*//Feb Wk2 BSD [9F T 6] [+6] 2nd SUMMER CUP GRADE ONE TURF*//May Wk4 GHF [10F T 3] [+6] 2nd in TW Allen Lacombe Memo. Handicap* - July Wk 2 [7.5F/T/4] [+6] 2nd in GHF Sunset To Sunrise Stakes* - Nov Wk 2 [8F/T/4] [+6] 3rd in BSD Maker's Mark Mile * - July Wk 4 [8F/T/5] [+4] 3rd in GHF Tropical Forest Invitational** - Nov Wk 4 [10F/T/4] [+6] 4th in GHF Breeders' Cup Mile** - Dec Wk 4 [+3] Total Points: 167 |
PAST PERFORMANCES
TWO YEAR OLD SEASON [Y19]
1st in Y19 Greasy Giraffe Stakes//Jan Wk1 GHF [8F T]
1st in Y19 THE WIRE FINISH CUP JUVENILE MILE//Mar Wk2 TW [8F T]
1st in Y19 WILD STRAITS STAKES*//May Wk4 TW [8F T]
1st in Y19 SEASHELL CUP GRADE 5 TURF SPRINT*//June Wk4 GHF [6F T]
1st in Y19 HIT THE ROAD STAKES*//July Wk4 BSD [8F T]
1st in Y19 ALTLUP JUVENILE TURF SPRINT*//Sep Wk3 GHF [6F T]
2nd in Y19 MAGIC MILLIONS TURF MILE*//Apr Wk1 GHF [8F T]
2nd in Y19 LANE'S END JUVENILE//June Wk2 GHF [6F T]
2nd in Y19 TITRE MEMORIAL STAKES*//July Wk3 BSD [9F S]
2nd in Y19 ELVEN GOLD STAKES*//Nov Wk4 TW [8F T]
3rd in Y19 THREE CHIMNEYS HOPEFUL*//Apr Wk4 TW [8F T]
3rd in Y19 SPEEDY SPEED SPEED STAKES*//Oct Wk3 GHF [6F T]
3rd in Y19 RUSHY RUSH RUSH STAKES*//Nov Wk1 GHF [7F T]
4th in Y19 FOLLOW THE HOOFPRINTS TURF SPRINT*//May Wk2 GHF [6F T]
4th in Y19 LEERY EYED STAKES*//Sep Wk2 BSD [7F T]
5th in Y19 TROPICAL PARK DERBY*//Jan Wk3 TW [10F T]
7th in Y19 STRIDE OF PERFECTION HANDICAP*//Feb Wk4 TW [7F T]
THREE YEAR OLD SEASON [Y20]
1st in Y20 Fairy Circle Stakes//Feb Wk4 BSD [10F T 4]
1st in Y20 SHALLOW CREEK DERBY*//Mar Wk3 GHF [8F T 5]
1st in Y20 RAPID RUN CUP*//May Wk3 GHF [7F T 4]
1st in Y20 LURE GREEN MILE*//July Wk2 TW [8F T 6]
1st in Y20 VIRGINIA DERBY*//Sep Wk4 BSD [10F T 6]
2nd in Y20 UNICORN HORN JUNIOR TURF MILE*//Jan Wk4 GHF [8F T 7]
2nd in Y20 Sadler's Wells Stakes//Feb Wk2 BSD [8F T 6]
2nd in Y20 DERBY STAKES*//Mar Wk4 GHF [10F T 8]
2nd in Y20 SECRETARIAT STAKES*//Apr Wk2 TW [8F T 4]
2nd in Y20 DELMARVA DERBY*//Apr Wk3 BSD [9F T 6]
2nd in Y20 ROYAL HEROINE GREEN MILE*//Sep Wk3 TW [8F T 6]
2nd in Y20 CALIFORNIA DERBY*//Oct Wk2 BSD [10.5F T 6]
3rd in Y20 ARTIE'S RUMOR STAKES*//June Wk4 GHF [8F T 5]
3rd in Y20 ROSE MILE CUP*//Aug Wk1 GHF [8F T 5]
3rd in Y20 FRANKEL GREEN MILE*//Aug Wk3 TW [8F T 5]
4th in Y20 PHOENIX STAKES*//Jan Wk2 BSD [9F T 7]
4th in Y20 TALE OF THE CAT STAKES*//May Wk4 GHF [8.5F T 5]
4th in Y20 JOE HIRSCH TURF CLASSIC*//July Wk4 TW [10F T 6]
4th in Y20 MONTE MAN MARATHON*//Oct Wk3 TW [10.5F T 5]
4th in Y20 LA COSTA STAKES*//Nov Wk4 TW [9F T 6]
5th in Y20 WORLD COLT CUP*//Nov Wk2 GHF [10F T 5]
7th in Y20 BREEDERS CUP TURF*//Dec Wk4 TW [10F T 7]
PEDIGREE INFORMATION
coming
Horse Pictured: Haughty/Mendelssohn | Buybacks: Frosty | Other Reserves: None
Horse Pictured: Haughty/Mendelssohn | Buybacks: Frosty | Other Reserves: None