First foal by Stradivarius is picture of her legendary sire

The primary foal by legendary stayer Stradivarius has been born at The Nationwide Stud.

The filly, bred by Wretham Stud, is out of the Bated Breath mare Give Me Breath, and arrived safely within the early hours of Monday morning (15 January).

“I’m astonished at how a lot this primary foal is just like the Strad in each her colouring and motion, being chestnut with an enormous white blaze,” stated Stradivarius’s proprietor/breeder, Bjorn Nielsen.

Credit score: Dominic James Pictures

Stradivarius bowed out, following his glittering, prolonged profession, in September 2022. His last racecourse look was the Goodwood Cup that July – a race through which he holds a document 4 victories – the place he completed second by a neck in an almighty battle with Kyprios.

He’s greatest recognized for his three Ascot Gold Cup victories and in whole scored seven Group One wins. Of his 20 profession victories, 18 had been in Group races, together with his profession earnings topping £3.5m.

Credit score: Dominic James Pictures

“She is a stunning first foal for Stradivarius and appears to have his power and athleticism at this early stage, which bodes effectively for future arrivals,” stated Joe Bradley, head of bloodstock at The Nationwide Stud, the place Stradivarius stands for a £10,000 stud payment.

“We’ve two extra mares due [with foals by Stradivarius] within the subsequent week, so it’s a very thrilling time for everybody on the farm.

“His e-book for 2024 is wanting very robust and breeders are actually taken with him. His physique, temperament and naturally his stroll, which I‘m positive shall be replicated in his progeny.”

Stradivarius. Credit score: Peter Mooney.

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