From Thoroughbred Times: Fred Bradley’s homebred Grade 1 winner Brass Hat was retired on Tuesday prior to making a start as a ten-year-old.
Trainer Buff Bradley said he and his father, Fred, made the decision after the horse “did not appear to be as free moving as he once was.”
“Both Fred and I knew this day would come and that probably Brass Hat's body would show signs of age before his mental attitude slowed down,” Buff Bradley said in an e-mail to family, friends, and racing fans. “We have no regrets and know how fortunate we have been to have foaled, raised and raced such a true racehorse.
“Brass Hat has been a very special animal, not only to our family and the employees of Bradley Racing Stable, but also to many thoroughbred race fans. For this reason, Fred and I will continue to welcome all family, friends and fans to visit Brass Hat at our farm in Frankfort , Kentucky.”
http://www.thoroughbredtimes.com/racing-news/2011/05/24/brass-hat-retired.aspx