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Racehorse Hozier Finds New Life in Show Jumping
9 Dec
Summary
- Injured racehorse Hozier now excels in show jumping after a career-ending fall.
- Hozier's transition from racing to the Retired Thoroughbred Project took eight months of rehab.
- Hozier competed in show jumping and freestyle, impressing with his jumping abilities.
A devastating fall at the racetrack once threatened Hozier's future, but the former racehorse has triumphed over adversity to forge a successful second career in show jumping. After a serious injury in December 2023, Hozier underwent an extensive eight-month rehabilitation process. This challenging period focused on healing his debilitating bruises and trauma, with the initial hope of achieving basic pasture soundness for a comfortable retirement.
Hozier's resilience and progress led him to the Retired Thoroughbred Project's Thoroughbred Makeover in mid-October 2025. Here, he showcased his surprising aptitude for show jumping, competing in both the jumping and freestyle disciplines. Despite a technical disqualification in the freestyle event, Hozier's performance was a testament to his recovery and spirit, earning him seventh place and a spot in the finals.
This new chapter represents a significant transformation for Hozier, who was once a $625,000 yearling purchase and raced with notable trainers. His journey highlights the potential for off-the-track Thoroughbreds to excel in new disciplines, offering a joyful and fulfilling post-racing life far beyond simple pasture soundness.
