MOTIVATOR (GB)
2002 b. 16.0 h.h
Standing at The Royal Studs
The Royal Studs
Founded in the 16th Century, The Royal Studs is the oldest Thoroughbred
Stud in the world and has played an intrinsic role in the development of the
Thoroughbred. 98% of thoroughbreds descend from Eclipse
who was bred by The Royal Studs and born in Windsor Great Park on the
day of the Eclipse in 1764.
King Edward VII was responsible for moving The Royal Studs to Sandringham in Norfolk. In the last century, the Studs have housed a succession of successful stallions including Persimmon, Aureole and Shirley Heights. The Queen inherited The Royal Studs in 1952 and currently maintains a band of primarily Flat Racing mares. Amongst numerous winners bred by The Queen are seven Group 1 winners.
The Royal Studs now incorporates Sandringham Stud and Friar Marcus Stud (on the Sandringham Estate in Norfolk) as well as Polhampton Lodge Stud (near Newbury). They are managed by Joe Grimwade LVO, supported by Phil Haworth and stud secretary Katie Powell. The stud groom at Sandringham is Bob Rowlands RVM.
Motivator stands at Sandringham Stud alongside Royal Applause. The Stud has excellent facilities and grazing covering 300 acres for visiting mares and those belonging to Her Majesty the Queen.
