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Triple Group 1 winner has suffered a minor setback and will start covering in March 

Triple Group 1 winner Mishriff (Make Believe) has suffered a minor setback and will not start covering his first mares until mid March. 

Retired from racing last year after he finished fourth in the Grade 1 Breeders' Cup Turf (12f) at Keeneland in November, Mishriff joined the Haras de Montfort et Preaux roster, under the Sumbe banner. His introductory fee is advertised at €20,000. 

Sumbe released a statement which read: "Sumbe regrets to announce that our new stallion Mishriff has suffered a minor setback which may delay his stud duties until mid-March 2023.

"Although his condition is not of a life-threatening nature and does not put his stallion career in jeopardy, Mishriff will be in stall rest for a while.

"Equine welfare ranks at the top of our values and we are taking every precaution to ensure Mishriff's swift and complete recovering in accordance with our standards."

"This unexpected situation is a big blow for us, all the more considering Mishriff's tremendous early popularity and his soaring first book of quality mares. We will soon confer with the owners of all booked mares and find individual solutions. 

"We are thankful for the great anticipation Mishriff has triggered and we are hopeful for your continuous support today and in the future."