PUERTO MANZANO’s NEW CHAPTER
PUERTO MANZANO (ARG) has reached the end of his incredible racing journey.
After 36 career runs, for 10 wins, and 11 places, he earned a total of R4,832,800 in stakes since his debut in September 2020.
Highveld 22/23 Champion Older Horse: Puerto Manzano (ARG)
Highveld 22/23 Champion Middle Distance Horse: Puerto Manzano (ARG)
Highveld 22/23 Horse of the Season: Puerto Manzano (ARG)
Bred by Dr Ignacio Pavlovsky at Haras Carampangue out of Sire: Seek Again (USA) x Dam: Posera (ARG) by Orpen (USA)
We would like to express our deepest gratitude to the WERNARS family for entrusting us with PUERTO MANZANO, a truly remarkable horse who has brought immeasurable joy and happiness to our lives. Your generosity in sharing this magnificent animal with us has been a true gift, and we are forever grateful for the special moments and memories he has helped create.
A special thank you to JUSTIN VERMAAK, who secured him all the way from Argentina.
We also want to extend our heartfelt appreciation to his groom, LAWRENCE NKIWANE & TEAM, for their care and dedication.
Last but not least our sincere appreciation goes to all the talented jockeys who partnered with PUERTO MANZANO throughout his career, especially those who were aboard for his 10 victories. Special recognition goes to jockey KEAGAN DE MELO who guided him to 5 victories, jockey GAVIN LERENA who secured 3 wins aboard him, and jockey CHASE MAUJEAN who achieved 2 wins. Their skill, expertise, and understanding of his unique qualities played an essential role in his success on the track.
He will forever be etched in our hearts and those of racing fans everywhere.
A big thank you to the team who will be caring for him during his retirement at Kyalami under VIKKI LERENA.
May this next chapter be as peaceful and enjoyable as his legendary career.
We have compiled replays of PUERTO MANZANO‘s career wins, which can be enjoyed below. We invite you to watch these races and witness his remarkable progression as a competitor. Each victory showcases his developing talent, determination, and the special qualities that made him such an extraordinary horse.