With Over $1,500,000 in Earnings, Kentucky-Bred Multiple Grade 1 Winner Forced to Look Past Equestrian Sports After Unfortunate Event

In the equestrian world, one name has captured attention worldwide in a short span. It is West Will Power, the magnificent grade 1-winning horse. However, life’s unpredictable twists and turns have led to an unexpected decision for this 6-year-old equine that is, retirement.

Whether human athletes on the track or contestants’ horses in the race, retirement hits the most. Fans are disappointed with this announcement, but champion health cannot be neglected. Yet, as he bids adieu to the racetrack, a new and promising chapter unfolds for this six-year-old son of the illustrious stallion, Bernardini.

A Bittersweet Farewell to the Track

West Will Power’s remarkable journey as a racehorse has been nothing short of breathtaking. His most recent beginning with winning Grade 1 Stephen Foster Stakes at Ellis Park built lots of hope. Guided by the skilled hands of Kelly Breen during his formative years, this talented steed dazzled with a triumphant debut at Monmouth Park in 2020. With each event, he transformed into a mature equine. And exemplified by a stirring runner-up finish in the prestigious Philip H. Iselin Stakes (G3) at 4 years old.

A defining moment in his rising career arrived when esteemed trainer Brad Cox took the reins in the 2022 racing season. According to BLOODHORSE News, Under Cox’s expert tutelage, West Will Power soared to new heights, securing a well-deserved grade 1 victory in the Fayette Stakes (G2) at the revered Keeneland racetrack. Triumphant in subsequent races, including the Stephen Foster Stakes (G1) and New Orleans Classic Stakes (G2).

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However, fate often weaves its tapestry of uncertainties. West Will Power encountered an unforeseen injury while practicing for the Saratoga Race Course. The discovery of a soft tissue injury shattered hopes of participating in the prestigious Whitney Stakes and the upcoming Breeders’ Cup World Championships in winter. Despite the disappointment, the racing community considered health first and united in appreciation of the incredible journey.

A Radiant Future as a Stallion n Equestrian World

As West Will Power’s racing career gracefully concludes, a new and promising phase beckons – that of a stallion. His lineage, tracing back to the illustrious sire, Bernardini, infuses him with the potential to bestow his remarkable traits upon future generations. Gary and Mary West, esteemed for their passion for horse breeding, have been steadfast companions throughout West Will Power’s journey.

The horse racing fraternity keenly awaits the unveiling of the farm where this exceptional stallion will embark on his new role. With his stellar pedigree and illustrious racing career, breeders eagerly seek to capitalize on his lineage. As West Will Power steps into this next chapter, his legacy as an extraordinary athlete and a potential sire is etched firmly in the annals of horse racing. While his racing days may have come to a close, his impact on the equestrian world will undoubtedly endure for generations to come.

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