Bradshaw’s Filly Clinches Pocahontas Stakes, Eyes Breeders’ Cup

Lead Terry Bradshaw’s two-year-old filly, Taken By The Wind, captured the $251,250 Pocahontas Stakes at Churchill Downs on Sunday, securing a spot in next month’s Breeders’ Cup at Del Mar.

Nut Graf The victory marks another milestone in Bradshaw’s long-standing passion for Thoroughbred racing and highlights his transition from Super Bowl champion to successful racehorse owner.

Race Day Triumph With jockey José Ortiz guiding Taken By The Wind to a one-length win in the Grade II contest, Bradshaw celebrated trackside alongside FOX NFL Sunday co-hosts during their Kansas City roadshow. The triumph not only awards the filly substantial prize money but also grants automatic entry into the prestigious Breeders’ Cup Juvenile Fillies.

Road to Del Mar

• Owner’s Stake: Bradshaw invested in the filly after partnering with broadcaster Curt Menefee, who was offered a half-share.
• Future Plans: Trainer Doug O’Neill confirmed Taken By The Wind will ship to California next week to prepare for the November 1 Juvenile Fillies race.
• Breeders’ Cup Context: The Breeders’ Cup World Championships represents the pinnacle of North American racing, featuring the sport’s top juvenile battles.

FOX NFL Sunday Spotlight During the live broadcast at Power & Light District, Bradshaw’s colleagues Howie Long and Michael Strahan lauded the champ’s dual success on turf and television. Long quipped that Bradshaw’s weekend “started off in the saddle,” underscoring the former quarterback’s seamless shift from gridiron glory to horse-racing acclaim.

Quarterback to Quarter Horse Since retiring from the NFL in 1984, Bradshaw has steadily built a racing portfolio. He recalled trading a mare and foal gifted by Art Rooney-later earning $700,000 on the track-for opportunities that deepened his equine involvement.

With momentum on his side, Bradshaw now turns his focus to training sessions at Del Mar, aiming to add a Breeders’ Cup victory to his football legacy.