POSTCARDS FROM COURTNEY HORWOOD

We went on our first trip today to the immaculate Gilltown (part of the Aga Khans Studs) which is owned by HH The Aga Khan.

› We were introduced to the manager Pat Downes who took us around the stud and for a look at the stallions; Azamour, Dalakhani and in particular Sea The Stars who was born and raised at the Irish National Stud.

› In his 3yo career he won 6 Group 1's in 6 months, including the 2,000 Guineas, the Epsom Derby, Eclipse Stakes, International Stakes, Irish Champion Stakes & the Prix de L'Arc de Triomphe. So he is a huge favourite amongst the Irish people!

› His dam Urban Sea resided at the Irish National Stud for many years, and passed away post foaling in 2009 after producing an Invincible Spirit colt.

› She was a much loved part of the farm, and is also the dam of the great Coolmore sire Galileo (by Sadler's Wells).

› In short, to see Sea The Stars was a huge thrill! We were all privileged enough to be able to get a single photo with him, as well as a group shot.

› Looking forward to the Punchestown Racing Festival next week (the premier jumps racing carnival in Ireland) as we all get to go to one of the days.

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