Black Caviar’s final colt dies days after foaling

Black Caviar’s ownership group has confirmed that her final foal has died just days after the legendary unbeaten mare was euthanised.

The foal by champion sire Snitzel, was delivered in Black Caviar’s final days, with the mare suffering from laminitis.

However, he could not survive, the ownership group confirmed on Monday via a statement.

"The owners are saddened to advise that Black Caviar's foal, a colt sired by Snitzel, passed away last night," the statement said.

"He received around-the-clock, world-class veterinary care, but unfortunately could not be saved.

The statement offered thanks to the vet team at Scone Equine Hospital.

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"The ownership group would like to thank the entire veterinary team who dedicated their time and efforts to caring for Black Caviar and her colt,” it read.

"The ownership group would also like to acknowledge and thank the Australian public and the racing public globally for the many tributes to Black Caviar.”

"She was much loved and admired."

He was the ninth foal for the champion mare, who produced five fillies and two colts.