Hollie Doyle honors Nashwa at her racing retirement
- Hollie Doyle expressed gratitude for Nashwa's significant contribution to her career upon the horse's retirement.
- Nashwa, trained by John and Thady Gosden, achieved three Group 1 wins but struggled to regain her form after a trip to Dubai.
- Doyle highlighted that Nashwa meant a lot to her career and noted the timing of their successes as pivotal.
Hollie Doyle has publicly honored Nashwa, a five-year-old horse who recently announced her retirement. Known for her remarkable achievements on the racecourse, Nashwa was trained by John and Thady Gosden and proven to be a vital part of Doyle's career, as she rode the horse in all of her 18 races. Despite an illustrious career that included three Group 1 victories, 2024 proved to be a challenging year for the horse, specifically after a trip to Dubai earlier in the season that saw her fail to recover top form. Nashwa’s success began with a victory in her debut at the end of April 2022, leading to a rapid rise in her profile, culminating with prominent wins including the Prix de Diane, Nassau Stakes, and Falmouth Stakes. Among these victories, her performance in the Juddmonte International demonstrated Nashwa's potential, finishing close behind two other top competitors. Doyle expressed deep appreciation for Nashwa, recognizing the horse brought her career to new heights. Their partnership arrived during a pivotal moment for Doyle, who acknowledged that she sensed Nashwa was special from the very first race. Concluding her tribute, Doyle remarked on the significance of Nashwa's performance and health upon retirement, emphasizing gratitude towards the horse, her owner Imad Al Sagar, and the support she received throughout their journey together.