13 Aug 2026

Heavenly Cause

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Heavenly Cause

1980 Eclipse Award Champion
1980 Eclipse Award Champion Two Year Old Filly
Elected to the Aiken Thoroughbred Racing Hall of Fame on March 15, 1981

Photo: Aiken Thoroughbred Racing Hall of Fame and Museum Archives

Roan Mare
Foaled: May 22, 1978
Location: Maryland

Sire: Grey Dawn II
Dam: Smartaire
Breeder: Ryehill Farm
Owner: Ryehill Farm
Trainer: Woody Stephens
Career Length: 2 years (1980 & 1981)
Career Earnings: $ 371,292
Career Results: 9(7) wins in 21 starts

Win Highlights

  • 1980 Selmia Stakes, G1
  • 1980 Frizette Stakes, G1
  • 1980 Marlboro Nursery Stakes
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