Giacomo (foaled February 16, 2002 in Kentucky) is a champion American Thoroughbred racehorse who won the 2005 Kentucky Derby at 50–1 odds. The gray stallion was owned by his breeder, Jerry Moss, who may be better known for co-founding A&M Records with trumpeter Herb Alpert. Giacomo was named after the son of Sting. [2] .

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Feb 22, 2025 · A compactly made gray horse (he was registered as gray or roan) standing 16.1 hands, Giacomo has a well-proportioned forehand with a good shoulder but is sickle-hocked. As a racehorse, he was a one-paced runner who was devoid of tactical speed or a turn of foot but had a long, smooth stride.

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GIACOMO (USA) gr/r. H, 2002 {2-d} DP = 5-5-6-0-0 (16) DI = 4.33 CD = 0.94 - 16 Starts, 3 Wins, 2 Places, 5 Shows Career Earnings: $2,537,316. Thoroughbred pedigree for Giacomo, progeny, and female family reports from the Thoroughbred Horse Pedigree Query.

Winner of the 2005 Kentucky Derby, Giacomo is big, powerful, and athletic. View breeding fees and learn about our live foal guarantee.

Other leading contenders included Wilko (Breeders' Cup Juvenile), High Fly (Florida Derby) and Bandini (Blue Grass Stakes). Giacomo, whose only win was in a maiden race at age two, was one of the longest shots in the field at 50–1. He had finished fourth in the Santa Anita Derby in his previous start. [6]

Jul 2, 2024 · Giacomo, a remarkable racehorse born in Kentucky with an impressive family history, was bound for greatness the day he came into the world in February 2002. Bred by Mr. and Mrs. Jerome S. Moss, known for their keen eye for quality bloodlines, Giacomo comes from a line of esteemed racing champions.

Giacomo (foaled February 16, 2002 at Mill Ridge Farm near Lexington, Kentucky) is a Thoroughbred stallion race horse trained by John Shirreffs who is perhaps best known for winning the 2005 Kentucky Derby in 2:02.75.

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