Christophe Clement Obituary – Cause of Death: Leading US-Based Trainer Christophe Clement Passes Away
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.
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.”
