The racing world is mourning the dying of younger Cody Dorman, whose story impressed the naming of two-time Breeders’ Cup winner Cody’s Want.
Dorman, who was born with Wolf-Hirschhorn Syndrome, was at Santa Anita on Saturday to look at Cody’s Want defend his Breeders’ Cup Grime Mile crown.
In an announcement on Monday, the Breeders’ Cup stated: “Your complete Breeders’ Cup crew is devastated by the information of Cody Dorman’s passing yesterday.
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Cody Dorman together with his father Kelly at Santa Anita after Cody’s Want’s victory this 12 months
“His story captured our hearts and minds, and his energy, spirit, and willpower had been fittingly embodied by his namesake’s commanding performances in his honor.
“We ship our honest condolences to the Dormans, who gave our sport a lot by welcoming us into their household.”
Educated by William Mott, Cody’s Want has received 10 of his 15 profession begins and gained an enormous public following due to Dorman’s story and common on-track help.
Sky Sports activities Racing presenter Kate Tracey tweeted: “An individual who transcended extra than simply racing however nations, demographics and past.
“His story effected so many individuals who by no means even met him which speaks volumes of Cody and his household. Hopefully that data provides them consolation at the moment.”