His dark majestic fur demanded attention Each muscle contracted and rippled As he strutted across the track Onlookers mesmerised at the power he possessed A temptation to run Free and wild Owning the earth As each hoove struck the soil A thunderous rumble echoed beneath him Mighty and loud Head held tall and proud Eyes staring straight ahead A mission in mind A goal in sight Black silky hair billowing in the wind Lashing against his skin in waves And there I stood Transfixed Gazing At the black beauty With so much life