Three Chimneys stallion Exchange Rate (Danzig–Sterling Pound, by Seeking the Gold) was euthanized at the age of 19, according to a Three Chimneys' release. He “had been treated for pneumonia and liver dysfunction, and had recently developed asecondary deep vein thrombosis in his right hind leg,” according to the release. “Despite the best of veterinary care, he could not be saved,” the release sated.
“Exchange Rate was booked full again this year and was running on all cylinders at stud–we especially hate losing him because he was such a wonderful horse to be around and exuded class. We will try to accommodate all breeders with our other stallions if at all possible” said Three Chimneys Director of Stallion Nominations, Grant Williamson. Exchange Rate will be buried at Three Chimneys.
Exchange Rate brought $1.4 million as a yearling at Keeneland July in 1998. The gray topped off his career with a win in the GII Tom Fool H. to boast his lifetime record to 15-6-2-2 with earnings of $479,803. Retired in 2002, Exchange Rate stood his first five seasons at Padua Stables before moving to Three Chimneys in 2008.
Exchange Rate, who has 49 stakes winners to date, produced Grade I winners Ermine, Swap Fliparoo, Reckless Abandon, Sunset Glow and Ball Dancing.
Exchange Rate will be buried at Three Chimneys.
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