In today's article, we are going to explore Cozzene and its relevance in modern society. From its impact on people's daily lives to its influence in the professional field, Cozzene has become a topic of great interest in recent years. As we progress through this article, we are going to take a closer look at how Cozzene has evolved over time and the implications it has on different aspects of our lives. Additionally, we will also discuss the future prospects of Cozzene and how it can continue to shape our world in the years to come. Get ready to immerse yourself in the fascinating world of Cozzene!
| Cozzene | |
|---|---|
| Sire | Caro |
| Grandsire | Fortino |
| Dam | Ride the Trails |
| Damsire | Prince John |
| Sex | Stallion |
| Foaled | 1980 |
| Died | 2008 |
| Country | United States |
| Colour | Gray |
| Breeder | John A. Nerud |
| Owner | John A. Nerud |
| Trainer | Jan H. Nerud |
| Record | 24: 10-5-5 |
| Earnings | $978,152 |
| Major wins | |
| Cliff Hanger Handicap (1984) Longfellow Handicap (1985) Oceanport Handicap (1985) Breeders' Cup wins: Breeders' Cup Mile (1985) | |
| Awards | |
| American Champion Male Turf Horse (1985) | |
| Last updated on September 14, 2008 | |
Cozzene (May 8, 1980 – October 7, 2008) was an American Champion Thoroughbred racehorse and outstanding sire. He was bred and raced by U.S. Racing Hall of Fame inductee John A. Nerud and trained by his son, Jan.
Cozzene began racing at age three, winning three of six starts. At age four he won three more races from ten starts and ran third in the Breeders' Cup Mile. In 1985, the then five-year-old Cozzene had his best year in racing with wins in won four of eight starts. The previous year, in the inaugural running of the Breeders' Cup Mile at Hollywood Park Racetrack, Cozzene had finished third but came back to win the November 2, 1985 edition at Aqueduct Racetrack . His 1985 performances earned him the 1985 Eclipse Award for American Champion Male Turf Horse.
Retired to stud duty, in 1996 Cozzene was the Leading sire in North America and in 2002 the Leading International Sire. He stands at Gainesway Farm in Lexington, Kentucky. During his career he has sired thirty-one graded stakes winners and fourteen millionaires including:
Cozzene is the grandsire of several graded stakes winners via his sons. They include:
Cozzene was euthanized on October 7, 2008 at Gainesway Farm in Kentucky. The stallion had had melanoma, a disease many gray horses get, for years but it had not caused him any pain until recently.[5][6]
| Sire Caro (IRE) gray 1967 |
Fortino II (FR) gray 1959 |
Grey Sovereign (GB) | Nasrullah |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kong (GB) | |||
| Ranavalo II (FR) | Relic | ||
| Navarra (ITY) | |||
| Chambord chestnut 1955 |
Chamossaire (GB) | Precipitation (GB) | |
| Snowberry (GB) | |||
| Life Hill | Solario (GB) | ||
| Lady of the Snows (GB) | |||
| Dam Ride the Trails bay 1971 |
Prince John chestnut 1953 |
Princequillo | Prince Rose (GB) |
| Cosquilla | |||
| Not Afraid | Count Fleet | ||
| Banish Fear | |||
| Wildwook bay 1965 |
Sir Gaylord | Turn-To | |
| Somethingroyal | |||
| Blue Canoe | Jet Pilot | ||
| Portage (family 4-m)[8] |