Luxembourg (horse)

Luxembourg was an Irish-bred, British-trained Thoroughbred racehorse best known for winning the 2022 Vertem Futurity Trophy Stakes and the 2023 Irish Champion Stakes.

Breeding: Luxembourg was sired by Camelot, a multiple Group 1-winning champion, out of the mare Attire, by Danehill Dancer. His pedigree combines stamina influences with speed, making him suitable for middle-distance races.

Racing Career:

• 2021: Luxembourg began his racing career as a two-year-old, winning a maiden race at Killarney and the Beresford Stakes at the Curragh before landing the Vertem Futurity Trophy at Doncaster.
• 2022: As a three-year-old, he was considered a leading contender for the Epsom Derby but an injury sustained before the race disrupted his campaign. He returned later in the season, finishing third in the Irish Champion Stakes.
• 2023: Luxembourg displayed his best form, winning the Tattersalls Gold Cup and the Irish Champion Stakes, cementing his status as a top-class middle-distance performer.

Significance: Luxembourg was considered a high-class racehorse with the potential to compete at the highest level. His victories in Group 1 races established him as a valuable stallion prospect.

Retirement: Following his racing career, Luxembourg was retired to stud.