Learning To Fly, a talented mare from Australia, has officially retired from racing, as confirmed by Tom Magnier from Coolmore Australia.
Health issues, including a serious virus that put her life in danger, were the driving force behind the retirement decision.
The team prioritised her well-being, leading to her transition to motherhood at the farm.
Learning To Fly began her racing career impressively, securing the G3 Widden Stakes, the Inglis Millennium, and the G2 Reisling Stakes.
Learning To Fly Claims The 2023 Inlgis Millennium
Her career faced a setback during the 2023 Golden Slipper, where an injury resulted in jockey Chad Schofield falling.
After a long recovery period, she returned to compete in the Group 1 Robert Sangster Stakes this spring, where she displayed her resilience despite a loss to Climbing Star.
Over her short but impactful career, Learning To Fly accumulated over $1.7 million in prize money from just seven races, making her a highly valued candidate for breeding due to her achievements and earning potential.
With a Group Two win under her belt and a 41 percent return on investments with the leading bookmakers, Learning To Fly has proven her worth on the track.
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