Manuel (Australian horse) explained

Horsename:Manuel
Sire:Commands
Grandsire:Danehill
Dam:Girl Hussler
Damsire:Hussonet
Sex:Gelding
Foaled:27 September 2013
Country:Australia
Colour:Bay
Breeder:Segenhoe Thoroughbreds Australia Pty Ltd
Owner:G R Lechte, J Lechte, Pipeliner Bloodstock
Trainer:Tony & Calvin McEvoy
Record:29: 8–6–2
Earnings:A$811,950[1]
Race:C F Orr Stakes (2019)

Manuel (foaled 27 September 2013 - 24 January 2020) was a Group 1 winning Australian thoroughbred racehorse.

Background

Manuel was sold at the 2015 Inglis Easter yearling sale for A$240,000.[2]

Racing career

Manuel won the 2019 C F Orr Stakes at Caulfield Racecourse when leading all the way at odds of 20/1. This was Manuel's first attempt at a Group 1 race.[3]

Death

On the 24 January 2020, Manuel was euthanised at Moonee Valley Racecourse after suffering severe injuries when falling in the Australia Stakes.[4]

Notes and References

  1. Web site: Manuel Horse Search. racenet.com.au. 11 October 2019.
  2. Web site: Manuel Horse Profile. Racenet.com.au. 11 October 2019.
  3. Web site: Manuel's Orr Stakes upset. racing.com. 11 October 2019.
  4. Web site: No charges after Manuel fall enquiry . 3 February 2020 . racenet.com.au . 18 February 2020.