When it was decided to investigate whether Jet Master had suffered spinal cord compression and perform a cervical arthrodesis in South Africa for the very first time, it seemed fate that Dr Barrie Grant was enlisted to help
Champion stallion Jet Master made the journey to Drakenstein Veterinary Clinic on Tuesday morning to prep for his forthcoming procedures.
ROBYN LOUW: I don’t know that a simple column allows enough room to fit the story and larger than life character that is Jet Master. It as been an interminably long wait until today. It is a stressful time and everyone is anxious. The procedure is risky and holds no guarantee of success. But in the meantime Jet Master’s friends hope. And pray.
Ebony Flyer made her much anticipated return to action at Durbanville on Saturday and put up a pleasing performance to win the Diana Stakes without too much fuss.
Newly formed Cape Thoroughbred Sales Pty Ltd has announced their sponsorship of Cape Town’s principle race for 3 year olds, the 68th renewal of the Cape Guineas (Gr1).
SARAH WHITELAW: There is a saying in racing that if a stallion dies his progeny comes good. Like many sayings, it is rather tongue in cheek.
SARAH WHITELAW: The news that South Africa’s reigning champion sire Jet Master has contracted the West Nile virus was greeted by despair throughout the country. Hopefully the great horse makes a speedy recovery.
Jet Propelled! Jet Master produced Pocket Power and a host of stars. Champion Sire Jet Master will definitely not be covering mares this season. He
Sad news about champion sire Jet Master sends shock-waves through our breeding industry, while young Chris Puller makes hay at a sunny Kenilworth on 2 August.
Thoroughbred Group’s eNews: It’s a drive to the wire in the closing stages of the current season statistics for the Sire Championship. A few rands separates the SA bred giants Captain Al and Jet Master.
