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sports2 years ago

Teenager Cody Dorman Passes Away After Witnessing Namesake Horse's Breeders' Cup Victory

Cody Dorman, a teenager with Wolf-Hirschhorn syndrome, who watched his namesake horse Cody's Wish win at the Breeders' Cup, has passed away at the age of 17. Dorman suffered a "medical event" on the way home from the championships. The horse had been named after Dorman following a special connection during a Make-A-Wish visit. Cody's Wish won his final race, the $1 million Dirt Mile, before retirement, ensuring a storybook ending. Dorman's passing has saddened many, but his journey with his best friend, Cody's Wish, brought joyous moments.

horse-racing2 years ago

Tragic Loss: Cody Dorman, Namesake of Winning Horse Cody's Wish, Dies at 17

Cody Dorman, a 17-year-old with Wolf-Hirschhorn Syndrome, has passed away shortly after witnessing his horse, Cody's Wish, win the Breeders' Cup Dirt Mile for the second time. Dorman's bond with the horse had been a source of strength for him throughout his life. The Dorman family had planned to continue visiting Cody's Wish after his retirement. The Breeders' Cup community expressed their condolences and paid tribute to Cody's strength and spirit. Donations to Make-A-Wish have been requested in lieu of flowers.