Persian Punch

[Smithy]

Only runandskip could drag a sombre thread like this into a flat/jumps conflict.

Agree with what has previously been said – namely, not one of my favourites but a tough horse who should be remembered for the fun he has given connections, punters and racegoers alike.

[Sailing Shoes]

Have just read the whole of this thread, and the tears are rolling down my cheeks as I type. He was the bravest racehorse I’ve ever witnessed,  to still be matching the best at his age, just proves his obvious courage.

R.I.P.

[PAULCS]

<br>An absolute tragedy, I went to the betting shop to watch the race and he was in third halfway up the straight battling on as usual and then you saw him look as though he’d slightly lost his action but then the shot cut away to the runaway winner so I just presumed he’d blown up and finished well beaten.

After telling you the result SIS then went to greyhounds I think it was so I left.

I could not believe it when I got home and flicked on Ceefax and it said "Racing mourns Persian Punch".

He’s probably given us more amazing memories then any other horse ever flat or jumps and I’ll always remember last year’s Goodwood Cup and Dwyer parading him past the stands after the photo result was announced.

Just a magic moment along with so many others, so RIP old chap you were flat racing’s brightest star

[jilly]

It’s all been said….   R.I.P.   :(

[DAC]

I was at Ascot today and in the Grandstand and am devasted at the death of Persian Punch. What his connections must be feeling one cannot imagine.

[Hasta]

A true racing warrior.:(

[robgomm]

In answer to the question should Persian Punch be retired? I remember saying yes and giving a couple of reasons why. That was before last season. I was proven thoroughly wrong.

The Goodwood Cup stands out as an image. Persian Punch was so strong that day. It was good to be wrong!

(Edited by robgomm at 1:32 am on April 29, 2004)

[Jim JTS]

Here’s a nice print of him…

<br>                                http://www.ascotgallery.com

[seabird]

Goodbye old boy.

Colin

[mrs penny]

RIP Old Punchy

You may be gone but the memories will last forever….

We thank you for them….

[robnorth]

I add the same sentiments as many others.

When I heard of Persian Punch’s death I was as close to tears as I’ve ever been over a horse. Probably totally illogical I know, but nothing to be ashamed of!

For as well written an obituary as there could be, read

http://www.timesonline.co.uk/article/0, … 77,00.html

Rob

[freebird]

    One exceptionally tough horse, nuff said.

        freebird.

[jairducochetfan]

Jane,<br>        You’re probably right. They loved the job, and have given the public and connections such a wonderful thrill. In hindsight, they’ve had a great life, and have died doing what they loved. A tragedy, but we have so many memories of two wonderful horses. RIP Jair and Punchy.

[Burroughhill]

I’ll just add my two cents to the tribute. What a sad end to a great horse! What a shame he never enjoyed a long and happy retirement, but he’s left us with some incredible memories.

RIP

[Katy]

I still cant quite believe that he’s gone, I am very proud to say he was one of my favourite horses ever since he nearly won the Melbourne cup 6 years ago.  He was his very brave self that day, and as most horses who travel over to Australia, it took him a long time to get over it.  Most horses never do, and yet he seemed to get better and even did it again a few years later.

I only ever got to see him in person once, a day I’ll never forget at York when he won at the Ebor meeting (remember that one girls?) running to the chute to make sure we could cheer him in.

Goodnight Punchy, sleep well.<br>

[baggie321]

rip to a great horse who will be sadly missed

[heffo]

I’m new to this site old boy. <br>Its the first time I’ve visited ‘memorials’.I wanted to read the tributes to you.You were much loved<br>and rightly so.<br>Your ‘heart’ for a battle broke many of your rivals’.THAT Jockey Club Cup, when you looked like you were going to be swamped,I put my head in my hands but true to form you fought back for the most amazing victory. I think a story from Martin Dwyer sums up your popularity.As he trotted you back towards the grandstand after THAT Lady O’ Goodwood cup the result of the Photo was called. Dwyer couldn’t hear the public address from his position on the track, an almighty cheer rose up from the crowd. Dwyer punched the air.It could only mean one result.<br>I do admit most of my equine favourites are ‘pocket’ related, but i never backed you, I just enjoyed you.<br>I’ll never forget you,how could I, shure you are my screen saver.<br>Ta for the memories.    

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