Atomica, the two-time Horse of the Year and one of Jamaica’s most accomplished locally bred fillies, has officially retired from competitive racing. She is set to begin the next chapter of her life at the YS Stud Farm on Tuesday, September 30.
Confirmation of her retirement came from long-time trainer Gary Subratie, who guided the chestnut mare through a stellar career that included a track record over nine and a half furlongs.
“The decision to retire Atomica was made earlier this year by her owner, Mr Don Wehby,” Subratie explained. “He wanted her to remain in the stable until around this time before being moved to the stud farm. We’ve now fulfilled that request.”
Reflecting on his time with Atomica, Subratie was unequivocal in his praise.
“She’s easily one of the finest horses I’ve ever trained. Working with her was a genuine pleasure. Atomica had grit, class, and the kind of raw talent that made her a standout. She had her challenges, but when she was right, she was breathtaking on the track.”
“No one can question her place among the elite. She was top-tier, no doubt. I’m grateful to have played a role in her journey,” Subratie told Quickgallopja.com..
As for her breeding future, Subratie noted that a stallion has not yet been selected.
Now six years old, Atomica is a chestnut mare by Nuclear Wayne out of Honkeytonkville. She retires with a record of 32 starts, including 17 wins, six second-place finishes, and three third-place efforts, earning just under $32 million. Remarkably, she was acquired at the annual Yearling Sale for $700,000.
Her victories include the Classic 1000 Guineas, the prestigious Jamaica Derby, and three triumphs in the revered Jamaica Cup—cementing her legacy as one of local racing’s brightest stars.
Atomica was bred by Karl Samuda.
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A stellar record that could have been better if not for unfortunate circumstancies of racing,may her career as a brood mare be just the same
Indeed, a rerally good filly.