Shergar

SHERGAR

Shergar,  (1978-unknown) was a very famous Irish racehorse. Winner of the 1981 Epson derby by a record of 10 complete lengths, The Longest winning margin in the race's 226 year's history. This victory earned him a spot in "The Observer" newspaper's 100 most memorable sporting moments in the 20th century. This same bay colt with a white blaze down his face was named EUROPEAN HORSE OF THE YEAR in 1981n and retired from racing that  september.

2 years later, in 8th of February1983, he was stollen from a stud farm by masked gunmen. The thieves requested Lots of money for his release, yet the owners refused. The Big horse was never seen again, and his whereabouts will remain a mystery. Had they paid the money, Shergar Would have lived a calm tranquil life of many years to come siring many more winning racehorses.

Now, There's a Race in his Honour. The Shergar Cup at Ascot.