Connachan

CONNACHAN
PIVOTAL (GB) x HOLY LOCH (GB)
Chestnut Thoroughbred Filly

Registered Name: Connachan (GB)
Nickname: Conka
Gender: Female
Age: 3 years
Colour: Chestnut with sabino, half blaze over muzzle, three socks
Genetics: EE/Aa/SbSb
Height: 16.3hh
Breeder: the Ballenclieff

Pedigree: 



         ---------------------------------------- NURYEV (USA)*
         ----------------     POLAR FALCON (USA)*                
         ---------------------------------------- MARIE D'ARGONNE (FR)*
Sire: PIVOTAL (GB)*
         ---------------------------------------- COZZENE (USA)*
         ----------------     FEARLESS REVIVAL (GB)*               
         ---------------------------------------- STUFIDA (GB)*


         ---------------------------------------- BLUSHING GROOM (FR)*
         ----------------     ARAZI (USA)*                
         ---------------------------------------- DANSEUR FABULEAUX (USA)*
Dam:  HOLY LOCH (GB)
         ---------------------------------------- ACATENAGO (GER)*
         ----------------     TUCANA (GER)*               
         ---------------------------------------- TURBAINE (USA)*

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Physical Inspection

Conformation;
        So lithe, long and strong. She has a very distinctive roman nose, very big nostrils so she can get lots of air in her lungs. Very slightly ewe necked, but it's thick and packed with muscle. She's quite narrow on top but wide on the bottom. Very deep, long chestnut. Short but poweriful hind end. Slightly pigeon toed on her back legs. Very upright.   

Athleticism;
        She loves running. Dominant, so she always takes the lead. Cares little about other horses when running, runs to the front and just goes. Very competitive. Conformation faults do not trouble her. Smooth ride, big stride.   

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Temperament & Handling Notes

General; 
        Very boisterous, lead mare type filly. Headstrong and loud, always making noise. She's very determined and will push for what she wants/is after. She is a kind, affectionate filly. Very enthusiastic, always is a good mood, never grumpy.  

With Other Horses; 
        Friendly and inquisitive. Loves other horses. Will always say hello and attempt to make friends. 

Handling;
        She is strong, so can often run away with people so requires a firm hand. Very workable though. Responds quickly. Trains well. Affectionate, will rub her face on you. 

Vices;
        Calls if she is left alone too long. Has been known to chew her reins if bored.  

Other Notes; 

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Race Record 

Two year old season: 

• HA-RD's Pilgrim Stakes - 1st (GIII)
• Werner-Park's Autumn Raceday 2yo Classic - 1st

Three year old season: 

• Las Virgenes (G2) - 1st
• Ogataul Stakes (Listed) - 2nd
• Naussau Stakes (G2) - 2nd
• Davona Dale Stakes (G2) - 1st
• Kentucky Oaks (G1) - 2nd
• Preakness Stakes (G1) - 1st
• Whitney Stakes (G2) - 2nd

Winnings:

• TJC Pilgrim Stakes (£13,200)
• W-P's 2yo Classic ($10,000)
• Las Virgenes ($180,000)
• Ogataul Stakes ($20,000)
• Naussau Stakes ($35,000)
• Davona Dale Stakes ($120,000)
• Kentucky Oaks ($200,000)
• Preakness Stakes ($900,000)
• Whitney Stakes ($24000)

     TW: $1,507,190 

• Awards
  

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Other Images 

By Me:

The Yearlings
A Brat Brought Home
On Wednesday's We Wear Pink

By Others:

Gift for Ballenclieff

Featured In: 

You're On
Nassau Stakes
The Las Virgenes
Almost

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Breeding

OPEN: Y/N

Passable Traits: