Fisherman (English horse)
| Fisherman | |
|---|---|
From a painting by John Frederick Herring, Sr. | |
| Sire | Heron |
| Grandsire | Bustard |
| Dam | Mainbrace |
| Damsire | Sheet Anchor |
| Sex | Stallion |
| Foaled | 1853 |
| Country | England |
| Colour | Brown |
| Breeder | Mr Fowler |
| Owner | Hurtle Fisher |
| Record | 121 (or 136) starts, 70 wins |
| Major wins | |
| 1858 & 1859 Ascot Gold Cup | |
| Last updated on 29 May 2010 | |
Fisherman was a hardy English-bred Thoroughbred racehorse who won 70 races including the Ascot Gold Cup on two occasions. Exported into Australia he became a leading sire there.