By Brian Sheerin
An exciting new chapter is being written at Coolmore Stud with the news that the powerful operation has been granted an ownership licence by the JRA [Japanese Racing Association], meaning it will be represented in that jurisdiction for the first time by two exceptionally-bred runners by Frankel.
Four-time leading JRA trainer Mitsu Nakauchida has been entrusted with a Frankel colt out of dual Group 1-winning sprinter Marsha (Acclamation). Meanwhile, a Frankel filly out of Shadow Hunter (Arcano) has already been named Snowscape and is registered in training with Nakauchida.
The Frankel colt, who is the last foal out of 6,000,000 gns purchase Marsha, will race in the colours of John Magnier's late mother, Evie Stockwell.
The popular matriarch of one of Irish racing's most influential families, died at the age of 96 in 2023 and horses like Lahinch, Luas Line, Hit It A Bomb and Brave Anna have carried her famous light blue and brown silks with great distinction.
It has not yet been decided what colours that Snowscape will race in as it is understood that a partnership is still being finalised for the filly.
Confirming the news, Mick Flanagan from the Coolmore racing office, said, “Japan is one of the greatest racing and breeding nations on the planet. We have always enjoyed doing business in Japan and we are very appreciative of the JRA and everyone in Japan for accommodating us.”
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