Bought for a Whopping $150,000, “Mid-Atlantic Fan Favorite” Retires After Career Earnings Worth $1,004,380

With his flair and stamina, Millionare Horse Cordmaker has turned heads around for years. And now after six successful years of service, Cordmaker has left his trainer’s park forever. The Grade 3-winning chestnut horse is a fan favorite who retired on July 11. After his retirement, the horse was seen having one last stroll with his trainer, Rodney Jenkins.

After leaving the arena for about 200 days, in July, Cordmaker decided to make a comeback to his beloved arena. However, only three days later on July 7, the eight-year-old Cordmaker suffered a knee injury and, had to bid farewell to the sport forever. The millionaire horse was then taken to a center for ankle surgery and will be joining a farm after that.

Millionaire horse going back to the stables

After suffering from an ankle injury, Cordmaker officially retired on July 11. Last week, the Grade 3-winning Chestnut horse had one last ride with his trainer, Rodney Jenkins, before going back to the stables forever. Cordmaker was also scheduled for surgery this Monday. The surgery was to be held at the New Bolton Center in Kennett Square Park, and the Hillwood stable’s horse had to get a screw inserted in his ankle for a fast and better recovery.

However, after his recovery, the horse would not come back to his stable but would be sent to a farm in Upperco, Md., known as David and Joann Hayden’s Dark Hollow Farm. Cordmaker is staying at the Dark Hollow farm until winter when his final retirement arrangements will take place. Rodney Jenkins’ assistant Eveline Kjelstrup, talking about the new home of Cordmaker in an interview with Paulick Report, stated, “You can’t find a nicer barn around to spend some time.” Further, while being thrilled about his journey, Evilene stated, “It will be very exciting.” Son of the famous two-time horse of the year winner Curlin, Cordmaker was brought to Laurel Barns for a whopping amount of $150,000. Since then, the horse has maintained extraordinary positions and earnings.

Cordmaker’s extraordinary career

With 14 wins and total earnings of $1,004,380, Cordmaker had an extraordinary career. The millionaire horse began his equestrian journey at just two years old in March 2016 and finished with 39 starts. The Cordmaker had the most remarkable year back in 2022, earning $51,560 per start and officially joining the millionaire club. The Hillwood horse also finished the race third in 2022, behind Richard W. Small in laurel. However, his biggest win of that year would definitely be the 2022 General George (G3)

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In essence, Cordmaker exhibited staunch performance throughout his career. And after six wonderful years dedicated to the sport, it’s time for the horse to bid his goodbyes and enjoy the rest of the time in tranquility.

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