Legendary mare Winx loses her first foal

The connections of Winx are mourning the loss of the legendary mare's first foal. Winx, who was in foal to I Am Invincible, lost "a beautiful filly" on Tuesday morning.

A statement released by Winx's former trainer Chris Waller on behalf of connections on Tuesday afternoon confirmed the devastating news.

"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.

Chris Waller: 'Our thoughts and attention at the moment are on Winx'Credit: Racing Photos

"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."

The wondermare was retired in April last year to begin her broodmare career after winning her 33rd race in succession in the Queen Elizabeth Stakes at Randwick.

Winx won 37 races of her 43 races in a career spanning just shy of five years, including 25 Group 1 races headlined by an unprecedented four victories in Australia's richest weight-for-age race, the Cox Plate.

The statement added: "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."

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