Windsor Stables Y19 Juvenile Showcase
We had a sit down interview with Windsor Stables' trainer Holly Montgomery. We wanted to know all about her upcoming juvenile string. We have to say, there are some highly talented horses in this group of 10. There are a total of 11, but one is out for the upcoming New Year Sale. Here is what we have found out about these youngsters.
Butterfly Kisses[Baciami X Swallowtail Gold]: Bought from Valkyrie Stud, Kisses is a lovely great-granddaughter of Windsor's very own True Italian. This filly is a stellar performer and takes to the track like a professional. She has been a firecracker in her workouts. We watched her in action and she is quite the looker. We heard that Holly hopes to set this girl in HOTY level competition and she believes this young filly is ready for whatever is thrown at her.
Dynamite[DT Jupiter X Quintessential]: Reigning from Intrepid blood, Dyna is certainly one of the sweeter two year olds. She has become easily accustomed to life at Windsor from her beginnings in Kentucky at Montgomery Acres. She is a sprinting queen. She has had some pretty impressive works. She is a flawless competitor. It is hard to believe this beautiful gray is only a two year old. The way she runs, she could easily pass for a four year old.
Italian Goddess[True Italian X Fleet Murderess]: A very own homebred of Windsor's, Tali is tall and intimidating. She is by far the strongest two year old we have seen from this Windsor string. She will certainly put Windsor on the map. She could possibly make runs in the HOTY ranks and succeed. We believe everyone needs to watch out for this powerhouse. She is a demon on the track and her workouts have been phenomenally fast and strong.
Justa Lass[Justa Muffin X Girl Talk]: Here you have a stunning grand-daughter of Spitz and Muffin Man. Jade may be small, but she sure is mighty. She thoroughly enjoys being out on the track. We could see her going far in the future. She hasn't really come into herself just yet, but she has a bright future ahead of her. She is witty and sweet. Now, breaking from the gate isn't at her best intentions, but she is a strong runner throughout her works. She is more than ready to show everyone what she's got.
Kamikaze[Foundation]: Kami was a last minute stunner bought from an auction in up-state New York. Holly just had to have her as soon as she saw the filly run. Her coloring makes her a true standout and is just the icing on top of this unique cake. She gets a little nippy with her competition, but her works are flawless and she looks to be settling into the racing life quite well. She will make a huge improvement for Windsor.
Moon Cry[BHoF Akuma Battlecry X Barely Legal]: Another one reigning from Intrepid, Moon Cry is a graceful filly with bloodlines of gold. She is a strong competitor and loves having a training buddy. She is another filly Holly is planning on dipping into HOTY ranks. She will give the others a run for their money. Windsor is going to thrive having this girl in the barn. The others need to keep an eye out for her. Watching her workouts, she is incredibly strong and intimidating.
Odd Tidal[Odd Number Out X Tidal]: A late season purchase from Crimson Haven, Tick has been absolutely flawless in training. She has adjusted to life here in New York better than most other horses. When it comes to the starting gate, her breaks are the very best out of all the Windsor juveniles. She could quite possibly be thrown into HOTY, but Holly isn't going to put her into anything she can't handle. She simply said 'maybe'.
Palisade Parade[Palisades Pirate X Beyond Expectations]: A recent reclaim from Highgrove Stables, Raider has quickly settled in at Windsor and seemed to enjoy the truck ride to New York. His first workout with Holly was a great one. As there is more room for improvement, the connections know once this colt dips into the spotlight he will really come into his own. He does have a full brother, Palisades Demon, looking to make his first appearance into the world this spring once he is born.
Petronius[True Italian X Paramore]: The only colt in this string, other than Little Buddy who will be in the New Year Sale, Petro is a black giant. He is the spitting image of his momma and has his sire's laid back side. Let's just say, he is quite spoiled by Holly. But we won't give away any specifics. This colt is a pouncer. He will pounce on his competition when they least expect it. He is one of the quickest closers we have seen. His works are perfect. He's just a bright colt with a champion's mind.
Pray For Pegasus[Coco Cabana X Point Away]: Both parents being Grade One champions, Holly has no doubt Peg will make it to Grade One in no time. She is small and quite the pleaser. She doesn't ever disappoint. We saw her work the other day and she was incredible. She was quick on her feet and her little legs could carry her for miles. We will just have to see how this filly turns out. So far everything is great!
Shipwrecked[Palisades Pirate X Utopia]: Another homebred for Windsor, Stella is fabulous. There is talk that she will be entered into the July Sale, but we aren't quite certain if this is the truth. She is a high strung filly and knows how to get what she wants. She is improving with every workout. She is still an unknown, but if she races the way she works, she could really be a bullet to fire for Windsor.