After Breeders Cup 2023, Racing World ‘Devastated’ by Passing of Renowned Horse’s Namesake

The horse racing world is a perfect blend of emotional highs and lows. In the same vein, the 2023 Breeder’s Cup competitor, the multiple grade stakes winner Cody’s Wish, put forth his nicest gesture when he first met a physically challenged boy at Make-A-Wish. The Godolphin-owned thoroughbred had won several hearts alongside trophies. But a news breakout today will surely leave the horse and his fellow community mourning.

Cody Dorman, Cody’s Wish’s namesake, suffered from Wolf-Hirschhorn syndrome. This unique genetic disorder made the teenager go through several surgeries, but he couldn’t lift himself up from his wheelchair. Some days back, the 5-year-old visited his namesake and gently sniffed the 18-year-old’s lap, recalled their past bonding. The scene was nothing short of an emotional ride, as the family closely witnessed the human-equine camaraderie. But today’s news has left Cody and the equestrian world devastated.

Horse racing world mourns Cody Dorman’s loss

Cody Dorman passed away on November 5. To announce this heartbreaking news, The Breeders Cup took to its X handle to post, “NEWS: Statement in Memory of Cody Dorman The entire Breeders’ Cup team is devastated by the news of Cody Dorman’s passing yesterday. His story captured everyone’s hearts and minds, and his strength, spirit, and determination were fittingly embodied by his namesake’s commanding performances in his honor. “We send our sincere condolences to the Dormans, who gave our sport so much by welcoming us into their family.”

The same picture from when Cody’s Wish shared a beautiful moment with the boy before his event was posted. The teenager once confessed that his zeal to live started to build since the horse stepped into his life. But after the adorable teenager met his namesake, he may have fulfilled his last dream.

However, the saddest and the best part is, Cody Wish clinched his Breeders’ Cup win, after receiving blessings from Dorman’s family and the little boy. Even though the Dorman family prepared themselves for this day, they may never get over their son’s loss. Having said that, Cody witnessed another Cody’s win and breathed his last with a happy heart.

The heartbreaking news left fans devastated

JM Horse Racing shared the news on the X handle and wrote, “Jesus this is heartbreaking. Something beautiful in the fact he was able to witness Cody’s Wish’s last win. RIP Cody, Legend.” This post is a share of another, where the family announced the saddening update. Kelly and Leslie Dorman wrote, “We are heartbroken to share the news that our beloved Cody suffered a medical event on our trip home to Kentucky yesterday and he has passed away.”

According to their statement, the family gives the biggest deal of credit to Cody Wish for inspiring their boy and the entire world with its winning streak. “Always keeping a positive attitude and being more concerned about those around him than himself.” Only for horse enthusiasts, understanding equine emotions and delving deep is possible.

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In lieu of flowers, the family had asked for donations to be made to Make-A-Wish Ohio. The family also expressed that their son live the best five years since meeting Cody’s Wish.

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