Who owned California Chrome?
Who owned California Chrome?
Perry Martin
| California Chrome | |
|---|---|
| Breeder | Perry Martin and Steve Coburn |
| Owner | Perry Martin and Steve Coburn (2011–2015) California Chrome LLC (2015–2017) |
| Racing colors | Purple, green, donkey on back, green cap (DAP Racing, 2013–2015) Silver/Gray (California Chrome LLC, 2016–2017) |
| Trainer | Art Sherman, Alan Sherman |
How much did they buy California Chrome for?
The inspiring story of California Chrome that feels more like a fairy tale opened when first-time breeders Steve Coburn and Perry Martin purchased Love the Chase for $8,000. The mare was slightly built and not much to behold, especially when she ran.
What happened to California Chrome?
Much fanfare accompanied the retirement of California Chrome to Taylor Made Farm in Kentucky in 2017. His was a story that had resonated with the casual American racing audience; the inexpensively produced California-bred who had taken on the world with venerable trainer Art Sherman at his side.
Has California Chrome sired any winners?
California Chrome himself won the G1 Hollywood Derby on turf, as well as racing effectively on all weather surfaces when called to do so. That he has sired a good winner on turf is a point in the right direction for breeders and owners in Japan.
Who is the owner of California Chrome?
Perry Martin was the majority owner of California Chrome and Steve Coburn held a 30% interest. The Martins and the Coburns had in common a fondness for California Chrome, but otherwise very different personalities and backgrounds.
What happened to California Chrome the horse?
, she had given birth to four foals, the two fillies and a colt, all full siblings to California Chrome. After California Chrome became a Kentucky Derby contender, Martin and Coburn turned down an offer of $2.1 million for Love the Chase, and ultimately sold her in November 2016 for $1.95 million.
Who is the owner of Taylor made Chrome?
Taylor Made Farm and California Chrome, LLC. Taylor Made Farms, headed by Duncan Taylor, the president and CEO of the family-owned farm. His brother, Ben Taylor, is the vice president of the company’s Taylor Made Stallions division.
What is the name of the horse with the name Chrome?
California Chrome. California Chrome, sired by Lucky Pulpit and out of Love the Chase, was foaled on February 18, 2011, at Harris Farms near Coalinga, California, the horse breeding division of the Harris Ranch.
