Fisherman (English horse)
| Fisherman | |
|---|---|
From a painting by John Frederick Herring, Sr.  | |
| Sire | Heron | 
| Grandsire | Bustard | 
| Dam | Mainbrace | 
| Damsire | Sheet Anchor | 
| Sex | Stallion | 
| Foaled | 1853 | 
| Country | England | 
| Colour | Brown | 
| Breeder | Mr Fowler | 
| Owner | Hurtle Fisher | 
| Record | 121 (or 136) starts, 70 wins | 
| Major wins | |
| 1858 & 1859 Ascot Gold Cup | |
| Last updated on 29 May 2010 | |
Fisherman was a hardy English-bred Thoroughbred racehorse who won 70 races including the Ascot Gold Cup on two occasions. Exported into Australia he became a leading sire there.