Chautauqua (horse)

[2] He was ridden by a number of jockeys including James Mcdonald, Dwayne Dunn, Brenton Avdulla but in most Group 1 wins by Tommy Berry.

Chautauqua was foaled in 2010 by the famous stallion Encosta De Lago and Dam Lovely Jubely.

[5] Famous for his come-from-behind victories, Chautauqua's career ended in controversy when he refused to leave the racing start gates on a multitude of occasions.

[8] He then flew to Hong Kong to race at the Sha Tin Racecourse in the Group 1 Chairman's Sprint, which he won.

He finished the season with his third consecutive TJ Smith Stakes win, edging English in the final straight.

[1] Chautauqua was given a final chance jump in a specially arranged Moonee Valley Friday night trial.

Jockey Tommy Berry and co-trainer Michael Hawkes both admitted to being overcome with emotion after confirming the end of Chautauqua's race career.

[15] Chautauqua's exciting performances were adored by racing fans, evidencing the positive animal and human relationships displayed in sport.

[18] Chautauqua's refusal to leave the starting barriers was a rare and unseen issue encountered by Racing NSW before.

After Chautauqua refused to leave the start box after consecutive races, the welfare of the horse was questioned.

Co-trainer Michael Hawkes and owner Robert Legh both admitted to not understanding what was wrong with Chautauqua.

[20] Mclean believed Chautauqua's behaviour was being caused by a 'freeze response' which was being initiated by a large adrenalin surge as the barriers opened.

[20] However, Chautauqua was instead retired by owners and trainers on his 7th consecutive incident at the start box in a trial during 2019.

[23] Chautauqua's new daily regime includes trotting and circle work in order to be converted into a hack.

[9] Chautauqua has since had a small 15 minute documentary made about his journey after racing and development as a show horse.

[24] Chautauqua is considered to have a strong pedigree line, being fathered by famous stallion, Encosta De Lago.

Encosta De Lago has fathered many other champion racehorses including Alinghi, Princess Coup, Sacred Kingdom and Sirmione.

Lion Hunter (Chautauqua's grandfather) is also considered to carry a strong line, having a world record number of wins from his offspring.