The Thoroughbred Daily News is sad to share that New Years Eve (Night Conqueror), reported to be the oldest living Thoroughbred in America, has passed away at the age of 39. His long-time owner Julie Izzo, who owned the gelding nicknamed ‘Axl’ for more than 32 years, shared with TDN that his life came to a peaceful end on May 13, 2025. In her statement, she wrote: “I had always promised him that I would not compromise his comfort for more time. And although he was ready, I was not. But I never w