The French-born trainer enjoyed a remarkable 34-year career in the U.S., achieving over 2,500 wins, including the 2014 Belmont Stakes with Tonalist and the 2021 Breeders’ Cup Juvenile Fillies’ Turf with Pizza Bianca.
After an extraordinary 34-year journey in the United States, Christophe Clement, one of the most respected and accomplished horse trainers in the sport, has brought his celebrated career to a close. With more than 2,500 career wins to his name, Clement leaves behind a legacy defined not only by his success on the track but by the grace, integrity, and passion with which he approached the sport of kings.
Clement also trained multiple Grade 1 winners like Gio Ponti and secured victories in prestigious races such as the Arlington Million and Man o’ War Stakes.
Clement began training in the U.S. in 1991, quickly establishing himself as a leading figure in the sport and earning over \$166 million in prize money. He credited his father Miguel, a respected trainer in France, and experience with top international yards for shaping his career.
He concluded his message with a heartfelt thanks to the racing community and a reminder to “enjoy life every single day.”