Journalists Wandering Eyes Posted June 1 Journalists Posted June 1 Mindframe (Constitution–Walk of Stars, by Street Sense), most recently winner of the GI Churchill Downs Stakes, will take up stud duties at Claiborne Farm at the conclusion of his racing career, the farm announced Sunday evening. Tabbed a 'TDN Rising Star' following his 13 3/4-length debut victory at Gulfstream Park last March, the dark bay colt was second–beaten just a half-length by Dornach (Good Magic)–in the GI Belmont Stakes in just his third trip to the post. He was second again after recovering from a stumbling start in the GI Haskell Stakes the following month. Mindframe is unbeaten in two starts to date this year, winning the Mar. 1 GII Gulfstream Park Mile and the May 3 Churchill Downs Stakes. A $600,000 purchase at the 2022 Keeneland September sale, Mindframe races for Mike Repole's Repole Stable and Vinnie Viola's St Elias Stables and is trained by Todd Pletcher. “He's such a versatile horse,” Pletcher said of the 4-year-old. “From just missing last year in the Belmont and now winning a Grade I going seven-eighths. It just shows how special of a horse he is.” Claiborne president Walker Hancock added, “Mindframe is the kind of rare talent that has the ability to be a breed-shaping stallion. He has been brilliant in every start, he is versatile from seven to 10 furlongs, and is battle tested against the very best of his class. His pedigree, physical presence, and proven ability at the highest level make him an exceptional addition to our stallion roster. We are thrilled to welcome him to Claiborne.” On the board in all six lifetime starts to date, Mindframe has won four times and earned $1,292,160. “I've always believed Mindframe was a special colt, capable of winning from six furlongs to a mile and a quarter,” said Repole. “We are honored to be able to partner with Claiborne, an historic and iconic farm. There is no better place for a horse of his caliber to begin his next chapter than Claiborne. Their legacy in shaping the breed is second to none, and we're excited for what the future holds. Because we believe in Mindframe, Vinnie and I have stayed in for a significant share and will be supporting him with top-class mares.” The post Claiborne Secures Breeding Rights to Grade I Winner Mindframe appeared first on TDN | Thoroughbred Daily News | Horse Racing News, Results and Video | Thoroughbred Breeding and Auctions. View the full article Quote
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