LITTLEBITLIVELY 1999 DONN HANDICAP SADDLE CLOTH

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On numerous levels, the saddle cloth featured in this auction is extremely rare and important for hobbyists of the sport. First and foremost, saddle cloths from the Grade 1 Donn Handicap just don't exist anymore. The reason is clear: Despite the historical and elevated status of the Donn, it's been years since Gulfstream Park has embroidered the names of the race and horses on the race worn cloths. That alone makes this cloth a unique acquisition. But when you factor in Fox's sponsorship which has also been discontinued, the prominence of the horse itself, and the field for the 1999 edition, this is truly a special and fortunate find for one winning bidder. With that, I'm pleased to be able to offer the actual saddle cloth worn by LITTLEBITLIVELY in his off-the-board finish in the 1999 Grade 1 Donn Handicap. You can view the race, which includes the likes of Silver Charm, Behrens, Frisk Me Now, and winner Puerto Madero by accessing it at: http:// /watch?v=ZFLfkBu6SJs . Inaugurated in 1959, the Donn is America's premier prep race for the $10,000,000 Dubai World Cup and continues to be Gulfstream's signature race for older horses. Winners of the Donn include Forego, Foolish Pleasure, two-time winner Cigar, Skip Away, Medaglia D' Oro, and Invasor. As for LITTLEBITLIVELY he retired to a prominent stud career having banked in excess of read more