Acrimony
G1 SAMHAIN x G1 ON TO THE SPOTLIGHT
Siblings:
Ode To Glory, In The Spotlight, Spotlight Pride, Piece of Me, Reprisal
Ode To Glory, In The Spotlight, Spotlight Pride, Piece of Me, Reprisal
General Information
"Auri" Registered Thoroughbred Filly Y18 Born Dark Bay 16.2hh |
The first word that comes to mind when someone gets their first good look of Acrimony? Lethal. While she may not mean to be completely and utterly insane, Auri's antics are enough to place anyone in the hospital. The problem with this young filly is that she has so much energy, she doesn't even know what to do with half of it. Therefore that surplus tends to come out in a more rambunctious albeit dangerous manner - for example, Auri has this fun little habit of turning into a pegasus when she feels bored, launching herself into the air with all four hooves flailing about. This radical move has gotten her into trouble on more than one occasion, once even accidentally going over the top of the track pony leading her, nearly killing the outrider aboard. Due to her radical behavior, she is definitely one of the more advanced horses to ride and has definitely been a fun one when it comes to training. While we have hopes that she will eventually grow out of this unpredictable behavior, one thing's for sure - there's never a dull moment with this exuberant bay around. How she has managed to remain in one piece this long is a mystery. Attitude wise, this filly really thinks she is all that in an immature adolescent type of way. She is always hungry for a challenge or an opportunity to show off. She has this natural spark on the track and due to her endless bounds of energy, is extremely hard to tire down. Even when tired, she never shows it and will literally push herself to the point of breaking if that's what it takes. One thing about Auri is that she is extremely intelligent and will hold a grudge if she has suffered a defeat. She likes to be the best whatever it takes and really gets down when she doesn't end up in the winner's circle at the end of the day.
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Race Results4YO SEASON
2nd in Y22 WASHINGTON DC INTERNATIONAL* - January Week 4 [10F/T] [2] [+6] 5th in Y22 BLUE EYED ANDI STAKES* - February Week 3 [12F/T] [5] [+2] 7th in Y22 SILLENIA MEMORIAL STAKES* - February Week 2 [12F/T] [7] [+2] Total Points: 25
Starter Points [+5] | Raced Previously [+5] Y21: Won HOTY [+5] |
Racing InformationAcrimony's unpredictably definitely translates to the racetrack and causes her racing style to be heavily dependent on how she feels that given day and what challenges she would like to make for herself. She has the energy to lead the pack, but also the quick turn of foot to come from behind in a break-taking victory. The main thing about Auri is she wants a challenge. Closing is always a fun challenge for her, as loves watching all of her competitors worry as her massive frame comes plowing down for the lead in the final furlong. Leading the pack is another one of her favorite styles in the fact that she gets to hold off any and all who try to challenge her - the ultimate challenge. However, all unpredictability aside, Acrimony has actually proven herself to be quite the obedient and quick witted horse when it comes to listening to her jockey. She doesn't mind taking jockey instructions, as long as they don't interfere with her plans of victory. There will be no changing those.
Race Record: 29-8-6-4
Surface: Turf Distance: 8-12 Furlongs (1f ext. given) Leg Type: Versatile |
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Archives
2YO SEASON (Y20)
1st in the Y20 Flipping Frog Stakes | 8F T | Jan Wk 1 1st in the Y20 MAGIC MILLIONS TURF MILE* | 8F T | 6 | Apr Wk 1 1st in the Y20 EAST VIEW STAKES* | 10F T | 6 | Apr Wk 3 1st in the Y20 HART STAKES* | 9F T | 6 | June Wk 1 2nd in the Y20 PAT WHITWORTH ILLINOIS DEBUTANTE* | 8.5F T | Jan Wk 3 2nd in the Y20 BLACKBURN MILE* | 8.5F T | 4 | Oct Wk 1 2nd in the Y20 HASTA LA VISTA* | 11F T | 3 | Oct Wk 3 3rd in the Y20 MARYLANDER STAKES* | 12F T | 6 | Feb Wk 3 3rd in the Y20 FTH JUVENILE TURF* | 9F T | 5 | May Wk 2 3rd in the Y20 MS. STRIKING MOTION STAKES* | 9F T | 5 | Nov Wk 2 4th in the Y20 STRAWBERRY FIELDS STAKES* | 10F T | 6 | Jul Wk 2 4th in the Y20 LOUSIANA FUTURITY* | 12F T | 5 | Sept Wk 3 6th in the Y20 GORGEOUS GEORGE STAKES* | 10F T | 7 | Dec Wk 2 7th in the Y20 RED HEDEMAN MILE* | 8F T | 7 | Aug Wk 3 |
3YO SEASON
1st in the Y21 ALL ALONG STAKES* | 3YO 9.5F T | 6 | Feb Wk 2 [+8] 1st in Y21 Mill Creek Stakes - July Week 2 [11F/T] [3] [+4] 1st in Y21 DARE TO DREAM MEMORIAL STAKES* - July Week 4 [11F/T] [5] [+8] 1st in Y21 BREEDER'S CUP F&M TURF** - December Week 4 [10F/T] [6] [+12] 2nd in Y21 CHRYSANTHEMUM FLOWER DISTAFF* - August Week 2 [9F/T] [+6] 2nd in Y21 SACRAMENTO OAKS** - October Week 2 [10.5F/T] [5] [+9] FTDS 3rd in Y21 WILDLY NATURAL MEM. STAKES* - September Week 1 [11F/T] [4] [+4] 4th in Y21 ROLLING HILL STAKES* - August Week 3 [12F/T] [4] [+2] 4th in Y21 RICHMOND OAKS** - September Week 4 [10F/T] [5] [+3] FTDS 4th in Y21 ANAPOLIS OAKS** - November Week 2 [11F/T] [5] [+3] FTDS 4th in Y21 SHAMROCK ROSE STAKES* - December Week 3 [10F/T] [4] [+2] 5th in the Y21 FERRIDAY STAKES* | G5+ 11F T 3YO | 6 | Jan Wk 3 [+2] 5th in Y21 Coriander Derby - June Week 3 [11F/T] [5] [+1] Total Points: 79 |