The journey of 11 horses from South Africa was kept secret until the last moment. The horses arrived in the United States on Saturday, in New York, where they will undergo a 60-day quarantine. The flight was planned long and carefully, and took off on Tuesday. There were even a few Grade 1 winners on the plane heading to the States.
Among the horses were such famous names as Beach Bomb, Golden Hostess, Distant Winter, Hunting Trip, Coldhardstare, Feather Boa, Bless My Stars, Isivunguvungu, Egyptian Mau, Make It Snappy and Princess Calla. Barry Irvine of Team Valor has purchased several horses to race, including Bless My Stars. The reigning “Horse of the Year”, who put in a superb performance in his last race for the Maine Derby last Saturday, is the latest passenger.
This shipment is a significant event as it is the first direct shipment from South Africa since 2003 following a highly publicised failed attempt around this time last year.
While these horses are not the best of the South African breed, many of the other horses that were shipped failed veterinary examinations. Many of the horses could be targeted for the Breeders’ Cup and Princess Kalla at the horse racing betting sites in South Africa, given her two variants, is a likely candidate.
If all goes well, Isiwunguwungu could also target this prestigious meeting, with the option of competing on dirt or turf.
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