Winner of the 2001 Derby at Epsom, the horse was the father to numerous champions including the legendary Frankel and the world’s biggest stud, who dies at the age of 23. If you want to start your legacy in horse racing, you can find bets available in large bookmakers offered by the best betting service, Account Exchange.
Galileo was a stallion. So valued that his breeding fee was not advertised. But thought to be well over £300,000 a time. As well as winning the Derby himself. He was the father of five subsequent winners of the famous Epsom race – New Approach, Australia, Ruler Of The World, Anthony Van Dyck, and Serpentine.
His trainer Aidan O’Brien called him an “unbelievable” horse. And, said racing would probably never see such an “incredible story” again.
Owners Coolmore Stud announced he was put to sleep “on humane grounds owing to a chronic, non-responsive, debilitating injury to the left forefoot”.
“We all feel incredibly fortunate to have had Galileo here at Coolmore. The effect he is having on the breed through his sons and daughters will be a lasting legacy. And his phenomenal success really is unprecedented.” Stated the owners.
The most successful Group One sire of all time has produced 91 individual Group One winners. And 20 of his sons have sired Group One winners on the Flat. For more insider details, stay tuned to our news section.
