In memory of Red Cadeaux

The veteran racehorse Red Cadeaux was sadly put down due to issues stemming from a leg injury he suffered during the 2015 Melbourne Cup. Known affectionately as 'Big Red', the 10yo gelding couldn't finish the race after fracturing his foreleg in the later stages. Further complications, including poor blood flow to the injured leg, led to the difficult decision to euthanise him. Trainer Ed Dunlop called it his most sorrowful day in racing and praised Robin Trevor Jones and Steve Nicholson for their dedicated care of the horse. Red Cadeaux's impact on racing. The large chestnut had fans worldwide, but his most devoted supporters were in Australia, where he delivered some of his best performances. His debut in the country was unforgettable, finishing a heartbreakingly close second to Dunaden in the 2011 Melbourne Cup, the narrowest losing margin in the race's history. He went on to compete in four more Melbourne Cups, finishing as the runner-up twice more before his final, unfortunate race. Despite winning 7 of his 53 starts, including a Hong Kong Vase and a Yorkshire Cup, his runner-up finishes showcased his skill and determination. His three Cup placings left a lasting impression on 'the race that stops a nation', and he also finished second in the Queen Elizabeth Stakes and the Dubai World Cup, the world's richest race. His remarkable career spanned seven countries, including the UK, Ireland, France, Japan, Hong Kong, Dubai, and Australia. Big Red was truly a marvel. After his injury, it was decided he would spend his remaining days at Living Legends - The International Home of Rest for Champion Horses. Unfortunately, this fitting tribute never came to be, denying racing fans a chance to honor one of the globe-trotting stars of international racing.