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Quevega
French-bred racehorse / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Quevega (foaled 11 April 2004) is a retired French-bred Irish-trained National Hunt mare, best known for winning the David Nicholson Mares' Hurdle at the Cheltenham Festival a record six times in a row, beating the previous record set by Golden Miller's five consecutive Gold Cups in the 1930s. She also won the World Series Hurdle at Punchestown over three miles four times, but was beaten in her attempt at a fifth successive win at the 2014 Festival.
Quick Facts Sire, Grandsire ...
Quevega | |
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Sire | Robin des Champs |
Grandsire | Garde Royale |
Dam | Vega |
Damsire | Cap Martin |
Sex | Mare |
Foaled | 11 April 2004 |
Country | France |
Colour | Bay |
Breeder | Pierre Rives |
Owner | Hammer & Trowel Syndicate |
Trainer | Willie Mullins |
Record | 24: 16-1-4 |
Earnings | £536,263 |
Major wins | |
David Nicholson Mares' Hurdle (2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014) World Series Hurdle (2010, 2011, 2012, 2013) | |
Honours | |
Quevega Mares Hurdle at Punchestown Racecourse |
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