So Si Bon

Brave again yesterday, racing on the speed and boxing on for 2nd placing Clap

He’s a throwback to those durable warhorses that were around back in the 1980’s & 90’s. Not too many these days that can stand up to 90+ race starts and still be competitive in Saturday class races.

The Wayne Wilson on Stradbroke Day and beyond that the Tattersalls Mile or even the Glasshouse at Caloundra could be options for the old boy, but more likely from here they'll take him to the Winter Championships Final on July 1 with a run in between.

Seeing Manchester United relegated would mean more than words can describe to me.

Hope he enjoys his well earned retirement.

If you want a second opinion, ask me again.

After 95 starts that reaped $2.3 million in prizemoney, fan favourite So Si Bon has been retired.

Lindsay Park made the announcement on Thursday, saying the 10-year-old who touched many people's lives, especially the owners and stable team, will be dearly missed.

Wishing him a happy retirement after an incredible career, co-trainer Ben Hayes was full of praise for the gelding and the impact he's had at Lindsay Park.

"He has been an incredibly special horse to us all," he said.

"Remarkably he has been the soundest horse to ever be trained here at Lindsay Park Euroa, which is highlighted through his durability and consistency over the years.

"To have run at Stakes level 61 times throughout his 95-start career is simply amazing and very rare.

"He will be missed around the stable by every single one of our staff members.

"He has been a stalwart and a pin-up of our operation, season after season, and undoubtably one of our favourites."

he striking son of So You Think recorded nine wins and 23 placings during his noteworthy career.

He was a fan favourite not only because of his deeds on the track and his eye-catching looks but also for his personality.

The reformed bad boy was notorious in his early career for biting his fellow horses and being tagged as a 'non-winner'.

Many fans have already taken to social media to express their admiration for him following the news of his retirement.

Lindsay Park has confirmed that while So Si Bon is retiring from racing, he will remain at the Euroa property for the time being, heading to the paddock for a well-deserved spell.

Winning isn't everything, it's the only thing

Always great to see them looked after post-racing, regardless of their success. But this boy deserves it.

I imagine a looong queue of people who’d love to have him. He’d be an extraordinary show horse or paddock ornament Star

Make a good pony for hte younguns

Lindsay Park have today announced So Bi Bon is moving into Living Legends

Winning isn't everything, it's the only thing

Ho good is that Clap

animals before people.

Very droll GA. Wink

ps: what's "go to your room" in French? Big smile

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Lord Hybrow Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Champion Joined: 05 Jul 2015 Location: Australia Status: Offline Points: 6667	Post Options Post Reply Quote Lord Hybrow Report Post Thanks(0) Quote Reply Posted: 21 May 2023 at 11:56am
	Brave again yesterday, racing on the speed and boxing on for 2nd placing He’s a throwback to those durable warhorses that were around back in the 1980’s & 90’s. Not too many these days that can stand up to 90+ race starts and still be competitive in Saturday class races.

VOYAGER Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Champion Joined: 04 Aug 2007 Location: Australia Status: Offline Points: 18737	Post Options Post Reply Quote VOYAGER Report Post Thanks(0) Quote Reply Posted: 21 May 2023 at 6:28pm
	You are right LH he has always reminded me of one of my favs Tiny's Finito. A large number of starts, group capable, and mostly performed well to grab a cheque most runs.
	Remember, it might take intelligence to be smart , but it takes experience to be wise

Afros Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Champion Joined: 14 Jan 2009 Status: Online Points: 15478	Post Options Post Reply Quote Afros Report Post Thanks(0) Quote Reply Posted: 21 May 2023 at 9:02pm
	The Wayne Wilson on Stradbroke Day and beyond that the Tattersalls Mile or even the Glasshouse at Caloundra could be options for the old boy, but more likely from here they'll take him to the Winter Championships Final on July 1 with a run in between.
	Seeing Manchester United relegated would mean more than words can describe to me.

VSP. Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Premium Joined: 19 Feb 2007 Location: Australia Status: Offline Points: 8337	Post Options Post Reply Quote VSP. Report Post Thanks(0) Quote Reply Posted: 03 Aug 2023 at 3:28pm
	Retired.
	www.snowshoecats.webs.com

Formerly Saintly96 Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Foal Joined: 16 Sep 2022 Location: SOUTH Australia Status: Offline Points: 43	Post Options Post Reply Quote Formerly Saintly96 Report Post Thanks(0) Quote Reply Posted: 03 Aug 2023 at 3:39pm
	Hope he enjoys his well earned retirement.
	If you want a second opinion, ask me again.

acacia alba Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Champion Joined: 31 Oct 2010 Location: Hunter Valley Status: Offline Points: 41480	Post Options Post Reply Quote acacia alba Report Post Thanks(2) Quote Reply Posted: 03 Aug 2023 at 5:45pm
	Good news. Hope he gets a good paddock and well looked after.
	animals before people.

Shawy38 Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Champion Joined: 13 Jun 2015 Status: Offline Points: 17383	Post Options Post Reply Quote Shawy38 Report Post Thanks(0) Quote Reply Posted: 03 Aug 2023 at 5:46pm
	After 95 starts that reaped $2.3 million in prizemoney, fan favourite So Si Bon has been retired. Lindsay Park made the announcement on Thursday, saying the 10-year-old who touched many people's lives, especially the owners and stable team, will be dearly missed. Wishing him a happy retirement after an incredible career, co-trainer Ben Hayes was full of praise for the gelding and the impact he's had at Lindsay Park. "He has been an incredibly special horse to us all," he said. "Remarkably he has been the soundest horse to ever be trained here at Lindsay Park Euroa, which is highlighted through his durability and consistency over the years. "To have run at Stakes level 61 times throughout his 95-start career is simply amazing and very rare. "He will be missed around the stable by every single one of our staff members. "He has been a stalwart and a pin-up of our operation, season after season, and undoubtably one of our favourites." he striking son of So You Think recorded nine wins and 23 placings during his noteworthy career. He was a fan favourite not only because of his deeds on the track and his eye-catching looks but also for his personality. The reformed bad boy was notorious in his early career for biting his fellow horses and being tagged as a 'non-winner'. Many fans have already taken to social media to express their admiration for him following the news of his retirement. Lindsay Park has confirmed that while So Si Bon is retiring from racing, he will remain at the Euroa property for the time being, heading to the paddock for a well-deserved spell.
	Winning isn't everything, it's the only thing

Shawy38 Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Champion Joined: 13 Jun 2015 Status: Offline Points: 17383	Post Options Post Reply Quote Shawy38 Report Post Thanks(0) Quote Reply Posted: 03 Aug 2023 at 5:48pm
	From the statement from Lindsay Park, After his most recent run they had him scanned and found some mild effusion in his fetlock joints, whilst still considered sound they didn't want to take any risks with him. He will be spelled at Lindsay Park Euroa for the next 4 months before deciding what his future is going to be early in 2024.
	Winning isn't everything, it's the only thing

brave_ponies Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Champion Joined: 06 Sep 2013 Location: Sydney Status: Offline Points: 3270	Post Options Post Reply Quote brave_ponies Report Post Thanks(1) Quote Reply Posted: 03 Aug 2023 at 9:08pm
	Always great to see them looked after post-racing, regardless of their success. But this boy deserves it. I imagine a looong queue of people who’d love to have him. He’d be an extraordinary show horse or paddock ornament

VOYAGER Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Champion Joined: 04 Aug 2007 Location: Australia Status: Offline Points: 18737	Post Options Post Reply Quote VOYAGER Report Post Thanks(1) Quote Reply Posted: 04 Aug 2023 at 12:21am
	If I trained him and I had my own property, I could not wait to wake up every morning and put a saddle on him to ride around the property and watch the horses go through their trackwork. Surely he is such a stunning horse you do not just put him in a paddock and not let him keep his moind active, enjoying life.
	Remember, it might take intelligence to be smart , but it takes experience to be wise

QuizAbout Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Champion Joined: 11 Oct 2020 Status: Offline Points: 439	Post Options Post Reply Quote QuizAbout Report Post Thanks(0) Quote Reply Posted: 04 Aug 2023 at 1:09am
	Make a good pony for hte younguns

furious Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Champion Joined: 19 Feb 2007 Status: Offline Points: 25165	Post Options Post Reply Quote furious Report Post Thanks(1) Quote Reply Posted: 04 Aug 2023 at 10:30am
	He's showed how tough the So You Thinks could be and yes like his sire a picture card thoroughbred.

Shawy38 Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Champion Joined: 13 Jun 2015 Status: Offline Points: 17383	Post Options Post Reply Quote Shawy38 Report Post Thanks(1) Quote Reply Posted: 13 Mar 2024 at 2:28pm
	Lindsay Park have today announced So Bi Bon is moving into Living Legends
	Winning isn't everything, it's the only thing

Shawy38 Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Champion Joined: 13 Jun 2015 Status: Offline Points: 17383	Post Options Post Reply Quote Shawy38 Report Post Thanks(2) Quote Reply Posted: 13 Mar 2024 at 2:30pm
	After a long and well-earned spell at the Lindsay Park farm in Euroa, he went to Lisa Mc Master for a bit of re-education to find out if he might enjoy a new career as a star in the show ring. Lisa and Sammi worked their usual magic with him and fell in love with him as everyone does but after a few show ring outings, everyone could see that his prospects were a bit limited due to his age and the physical demands of his long career as a racehorse. It was therefore decided that the best thing for So Si was full retirement. But that is not to be the end of his time in the spotlight because in a quite wonderful turn of events, Living Legends has offered him a home for life. “So Si is just the sweetest and most intelligent boy. He will just love going places and being adored by his many fans. It has been an honour to work with him and we look forward to visiting him at Living Legends”, said Lisa. So Si is due to join Living Legends later this year to give his many fans the chance to meet and adore him in person. He will be retired to the paddock but will enjoy outings as an ambassador under the Living Legends banner.
	Winning isn't everything, it's the only thing

acacia alba Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Champion Joined: 31 Oct 2010 Location: Hunter Valley Status: Offline Points: 41480	Post Options Post Reply Quote acacia alba Report Post Thanks(1) Quote Reply Posted: 13 Mar 2024 at 5:15pm
	Ho good is that
	animals before people.

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	C'est Si Bon

Second Chance Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Champion Joined: 02 Dec 2007 Status: Online Points: 45722	Post Options Post Reply Quote Second Chance Report Post Thanks(1) Quote Reply Posted: 13 Mar 2024 at 5:30pm
	Very droll GA. ps: what's "go to your room" in French?

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	If you’re a racehorse, it’s definitely an advantage to get your name in the spotlight.
	“Where in this wide world can man find nobility without pride, friendship without envy, or beauty without vanity? Here where grace is laced with muscle and strength by gentleness confined”