Top stayer Mizzou retired with stud duties in mind

Mizzou - William Buick wins from Vent De Force - Richard HughesThe Longines Sagaro Stakes (Group 3)Ascot 29/4/2015©cranhamphoto.com

Mizzou wins the Sagaro Stakes at AscotCredit: Mark Cranham

Mizzou, winner of the last two runnings of the Group 3 Sagaro Stakes at Ascot, has been retired with connections now aiming to secure a place at stud for the five-year-old.

Trained by Luca Cumani for Jon Kelly, Mizzou developed into a high-class stayer on the Flat during his three seasons on the course with five wins from ten starts.

His finest moments came at Ascot with back-to-back wins in the Sagaro Stakes and a valiant second to Order Of St George in the Gold Cup at Royal Ascot this year.

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David MilnesNewmarket correspondent

Published on 30 September 2016inNews

Last updated 09:25, 30 September 2016

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