Yesterday was a sad day at the farm. We had to say goodbye to two valiant elders. We were coming to love them both very much. Swain and Dumaani lived most of their lives at Shadwell Farm until they joined Old Friends last March. Though we were privileged to care for them for all too […]
[ Read More ]GEORGETOWN, KY – JULY 28, 2022 — Old Friends, the Thoroughbred Retirement Facility in Georgetown, KY., lost two beloved retirees today: Multiple graded stakes winner Dumaani, who was 31, and European Champion Swain, who was 30. Both were humanely euthanized due to the infirmities of old age. The stallions stood most recently at the Lexington-based Shadwell Farm, where […]
[ Read More ]SAVE THE DATE Old Friends Breeders’ Cup Celebration Sunday November 6, 12 pm – 4 pm Tickets: $40 per person Details and Ticket Information to be posted Soon! BBQ Buffet by Proud Mary Live & Silent Auctions ********** Tours Available Monday Oct. 31st – Friday Nov. 4: 10am, 11am, and 1pm Sat. Nov. […]
[ Read More ]Today is the 26th anniversary of Victor Cooley’s win in the Marine Stakes at Woodbine. That day he set a speed record of 1 1/16 mile in 1:41.80 that stands to this day. We are saddened that we can’t go up to Victor’s paddock on the back 40 and celebrate with him. Read more here.
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