Multiple graded stakes winner and 2016 GI Belmont S. runner-up Destin (Giant's Causeway–Dream of Summer, by Siberian Summer) has been retired and will stand at Sequel Stallions New York for a partnership of Gainesway Thoroughbreds, Eclipse Thoroughbred Partners, Twin Creeks Farm and Sequel, it was announced Wednesday. The gray, owned by Twin Creeks Racing Stables and Eclipse Thoroughbred Partners during his racing career, retires with five wins, two seconds and two third in 15 starts with earnings of $947,800. He will stand for a fee of $6,500 LFSN and will be available for inspection at Sequel New York beginning Dec. 1.
“Having participated in the New York Program for a while now, and having learned what works, I believe Destin is the perfect fit,” said Twin Creek Farm's Randy Gullatt. “I am very excited about this horse. Destin's beautiful body, great bone and ability to go a distance of ground will be an easy match for much of the mare population.”
Originally bought for $400,000 as a Keeneland September yearling, Destin is a full-brother to Grade I winner and successful third-crop sire Creative Cause. Trained by Todd Pletcher, he set a new track record when capturing the GII Tampa Bay Derby to follow up his victory in the Oldsmar oval's GIII Sam F. Davis S. Missing by a nose to Creator (Tapit) in the Belmont, he returned to annex the GII Marathon S. on the Breeders' Cup undercard last November at Del Mar.
“Unlucky not to be an American Classic winner, Destin showed off plenty of talent and class,” said Pletcher. “He is a deserving stallion prospect. New York should feel lucky to get him.”
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