Sad loss of dual purpose sire Planteur

Chapel Stud is saddened to announce the passing of its established Flat and National Hunt stallion, Planteur.

Roisin Close, Stud Manager at Chapel Stud, said: "Sadly, Planteur passed away today from natural causes shortly after being turned out into his paddock. 

“We feel incredibly fortunate to have been entrusted with Planteur on behalf of Simon Davies at DahlBury. He played such an important role at Chapel Stud, consistently well supported by breeders who recognised his quality, and it is particularly sad to lose him just as we were beginning to see the results of those early books on the racecourse. We believe the true impact of his loss will become even more apparent over the coming years as his progeny continue to fulfil their potential. 
 
“Beyond his achievements as a stallion, Planteur was a much-loved member of the team. He was a true gentleman to handle, with a kind temperament that made him a favourite of everyone who worked with him. He will be greatly missed by us all, but we are immensely proud of the legacy he leaves behind.”

The sire of Champion Stayer and three-time Group 1 winner Trueshan, as well as dual Grade 1-winning chaser Gran Diose, Planteur had firmly established himself as a successful dual-purpose stallion. A son of Danehill Dancer, he was also an outstanding performer on the racecourse, winning the Group 1 Prix Ganay, the Group 2 Prix d'Harcourt and the Group 2 Prix Noailles. He either won or was placed in 12 Group and Stakes races during a distinguished career, earning more than £2.2 million in prize-money.

Simon Davies of DahlBury said: "We are so sorry to have lost Planteur and especially feel for Roisin and the entire team at Chapel Stud, who cared for him so well. His British-bred progeny were just beginning to make their mark, and while it is heartbreaking to lose him, there is comfort in knowing that many more of his offspring including some of our own will be reaching the racecourse over the coming years and continuing his legacy."