Three-time Super Bowl champ and Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce has joined forces with the Zoldan family to acquire a significant ownership stake in the promising racehorse Swift Delivery. The horse's name sparked curiosity, especially given Kelce's romantic connection to pop star Taylor Swift.
Three-time Super Bowl-winning tight end Travis Kelce has taken his passion for the gridiron to a new playing field, becoming a part-owner in the racehorse Swift Delivery. The announcement by Team Valor International founder and CEO Barry Irwin marked a significant move for Kelce into the world of horse racing.
Travis Kelce's Swift Delivery Stakes Claim
Kelce's involvement in Swift Delivery has raised eyebrows, particularly given the horse's name and Kelce's high-profile relationship with pop star Taylor Swift. While the connection remains unclear, it has added an intriguing layer to the story.
Kelce's interest in horse racing appears to have blossomed from his friendship with Alex Zoldan, son of Phantom Fireworks CEO Bruce Zoldan. The Zoldan family boasts a deep-rooted history in horse racing, including ownership of 2011 Kentucky Derby winner Animal Kingdom.
Kelce's foray into horse ownership is part of a growing trend of professional athletes investing in the sport. Former World Series champion Jayson Werth holds a partial ownership stake in Belmont Stakes winner Dornoch, while hockey player Erik Johnson has had shares in horses, often named after his teammates and friends.
Swift Delivery has shown immense promise in recent starts, winning his past two races at Woodbine Racetrack in Toronto. His trainer, Mark Casse, is optimistic about the horse's potential, believing that "the sky could be the limit for him."
Casse, who guided Swift Delivery to his breakthrough victory, praised the horse's ability and potential. "This horse is good. He's good right now, and he has the potential to go on and do big things."
Swift Delivery, guided by jockey Patrick Husbands, is set to make his next start on Saturday in a 1-mile race at Woodbine. As Kelce and the Zoldan family eagerly anticipate the horse's performance, the intrigue surrounding Swift Delivery's name and the possibility of a Taylor Swift connection continues to captivate.
Kelce's involvement in the horse racing industry serves as a testament to his diverse interests and willingness to embrace new challenges. As Swift Delivery embarks on its next race, the Kansas City Chiefs tight end will undoubtedly be among its most ardent supporters, hoping to add another chapter to his already remarkable career.
