Written by Georgie Dennis
Champion mare Winx (Street Cry {Ire}) tragically lost her first foal on Tuesday morning.
In a statement released by her connections, they said the health of Winx herself is now their number one priority but her foal, a filly by leading sire I Am Invincible, could not be saved.
“It is with great sadness that the Kepitis, Tighe and Treweeke families wish to inform everyone that unfortunately overnight Winx lost her foal,” the statement read.
“There are so many people involved in the Winx story from owners, staff past and present to her many fans around the world.
“Our thoughts and attention at the moment are on Winx ensuring that she remains healthy, as anyone in this situation would respect.
“Our thoughts and attention at the moment are on Winx ensuring that she remains healthy, as anyone in this situation would respect."
“It is a traumatic time for a mother and those involved and Winx is now the centre of our attention following the loss of a beautiful filly this morning.
“We wish to thank everyone for their support and understanding, please respect the connections during this sad time and we will update you as soon as appropriate.”
Formerly trained by Chris Waller, Winx won a record-breaking 25 Group 1s, including four G1 Cox Plates. She was bred by John Camilleri's Fairway Thoroughbreds, who purchased her dam Vegas Showgirl (NZ) (Al Akbar) for $455,000 at the 2008 Magic Millions Broodmare sale.
Five years later, her second foal, a filly by Street Cry (Ire) was sold for $230,000 to Peter Tighe's Magic Bloodstock at the Magic Millions Gold Coast Yearling Sale.
