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  • NEW Group 1 Stars Added to 2026 Darley Roster

    Tuesday, 21st April 2026
    Godolphin has announced the retirement of Tentyris and Observer to the Darley stallion roster for the 2026 breeding season. Both played leading roles in a season that has so far delivered 30 Stakes wins, including 11 at Group 1 level. Tentyris (Street Boss) retires as the leading sprinting colt of his generation. Victorious in the Gr2 Todman Stakes at two and runner-up in the Gr1 Blue Diamond Stakes, he returned at three for dual successes at the highest level. He recorded the fastest time in the history of the Gr1 Coolmore Stud Stakes before adding the Gr1 Lightning Stakes at weight-for-age. In doing so, he became only the fourth three-year-old colt to win the Lightning Stakes in the past 25 years. By Street Boss, out of an Exceed And Excel mare from the family of Divine Madonna, Tentyris is bred on a similar cross to Anamoe. He will stand at Kelvinside in New South Wales at a fee of $88,000 inc GST. Observer (Ghaiyyath) retires as a dual Group 1 winner of the Australian Guineas and Victoria Derby. A metropolitan winner as a two-year-old, he was also victorious in the Gr2 Moonee Valley Vase and Gr2 Autumn Stakes. A four-time Stakes winner from 1400m to 2500m, he retires with earnings of $2.7 million. He is the best-performed son of Ghaiyyath to retire to stud to date. Out of a full-sister to Champion racehorse and successful sire Pierro, Observer offers a strong outcross pedigree. He will stand at Northwood Park in Victoria at a fee of $33,000 inc GST. Godolphin Australia Managing Director Andy Makiv said the results reflected the people behind the horses. "Tentyris and Observer are two of the best from our amazing three-year-old crop," Makiv said. "This season is a credit to everyone involved, from those on the farms to our people in the office, right through to the trainers and their staff. "To be so competitive on the racetrack this season and win races like the Coolmore, Lightning, Guineas and Derby is something everyone at Godolphin should be very proud of."

    Tentyris

    Tentyris will stand his first season for $88,000 (pic: Mark Gatt)

  • NEW Globally Significant Wagering Take Over in Play

    Tuesday, 21st April 2026
    Pressure from tightening regulation continues to ripple through the United Kingdom's betting landscape, and the latest development signals a potentially significant shift among major operators. Evoke, the parent company of William Hill, has confirmed it is engaged in discussions with Greek-based Bally's Intralot regarding a possible £225 million takeover. The proposal, outlined on Monday, values the business at 50 pence per share and is expected to be structured as an all-share deal with a partial cash alternative. The move follows weekend speculation and arrives at a time when the industry is grappling with the impact of affordability checks and increased taxation. From Bally's Intralot's perspective, the appeal lies in the scope for expansion and operational alignment. The company said a combination "would have the potential to deliver substantial strategic and operational synergies, including enhanced scale, an expanded geographic footprint and opportunities for cost efficiencies." Chief executive Robeson Reeves expanded on that vision, highlighting what he sees as complementary strengths between the two groups. "We have built a business with a margin profile that stands out in this industry. Evoke has the scale. We see a compelling opportunity to bring our operating model to a significantly larger business, and the potential to transform its financial performance through massive synergies that we are uniquely positioned to deliver. This is an opportunity we are pursuing with conviction." Under current rules, Bally's Intralot has until 5pm on May 18 to declare a firm intention to proceed with an offer or walk away. In the meantime, the discussions come against a backdrop of strategic reassessment within Evoke itself. The company, which also encompasses the 888 and Mr Green brands, has been reviewing its operations following last year's UK budget, which effectively doubled remote gaming duty to 40 per cent. While retail betting shops were not directly affected by the tax increase, the broader financial strain has prompted Evoke to announce plans to close around 200 outlets from May. The decision reflects the wider challenges facing operators as they adjust to a more demanding regulatory and economic environment. Market observers have viewed the potential deal as a logical response to those pressures. David Brohan, gaming and leisure analyst at Goodbody, suggested the development had been widely anticipated. He described the announcement as "no surprise" given recent speculation, and noted Bally's Intralot's strong position within the UK iGaming sector. Brohan added that the move could represent a calculated step to strengthen market presence in a climate shaped by higher taxes and evolving compliance requirements. For the racing industry, which remains closely tied to betting turnover, the outcome of these talks may carry broader implications, particularly as operators continue to navigate a shifting commercial landscape.

  • NEW Major NSW ANZAC Raceday Celebrations Primed

    Tuesday, 21st April 2026
    A packed stretch of country racing is set to unfold across New South Wales, with Tamworth Cup Day launching four days that will feature 13 meetings and draw communities together in a celebration of the sport. Friday’s feature at Tamworth headlines the schedule, with strong interest building ahead of a meeting that blends racing with the social fabric of the region. At the centre of attention is the $200,000 Tamworth Cup (1400m), a race that carries Big Dance eligibility and offers a pathway to the $3 million final at Royal Randwick later in the year. Tamworth Jockey Club general manager Jack Penfold emphasised the significance of the day within the local calendar. “One of the most anticipated events on our city’s social calendar is Tamworth Cup Day,” he said, noting that adjustments to the broader racing program have strengthened the meeting. “And the date change of the Armidale Cup to mid-March has given local trainers a few more lead-in runs for other races on the day.” Crowds are expected to be strong, assisted by the ANZAC Day long weekend falling immediately after the meeting. “We’re expecting a large crowd on Cup Day due to the ANZAC Day being on the Saturday with a public holiday on Monday,” Penfold said. “It’s an iconic raceday that blends country racing excitement with fashion, friends and celebrating with an electric atmosphere.” Accessible ticketing, with pre-purchases available for $10, aims to encourage wide attendance. Saturday’s ANZAC Day program expands the focus across the state, with nine meetings scheduled, including Royal Randwick, Gosford and a host of regional venues such as Bathurst, Kempsey, Deniliquin, Armidale, Cootamundra, Murwillumbah and Nyngan. Bathurst will host the sole TAB meeting, headlined by the $36,000 Bathurst RSL Soldier’s Saddle and bolstered by a $100,000 Inglis Xtra bonus attached to a maiden handicap. For Bathurst Thoroughbred Racing, the occasion represents a cornerstone of the season. “This annual event is the premier meeting on our racing calendar,” said Marianne Donnelly, who highlighted a day designed to cater to a broad audience. Trackside experiences range from the Racing Lounge to a VIP Trackside Marquee, supported by food offerings, live music and traditional ANZAC commemorations, including the Ode and Last Post. Courtesy buses and family-friendly activities further reinforce the inclusive nature of the event. Regional clubs are also embracing the significance of the day. Kempsey Race Club will stage a five-race card with themed races such as the Diggers Cup and Gallipoli Maiden, while offering free entry to returned and current service personnel. Secretary Daryl Smith noted the club’s efforts to honour the occasion through both racing and community engagement. At Deniliquin, another five-race meeting will feature the $16,000 Diggers Cup, supported by commemorative services and post-race traditions including two-up. Treasurer Col McMahon pointed to the combination of racing and social connection that defines the event, with patrons expected to continue celebrations at the local RSL Club after the final race.

  • Snitzel Playing Catch Me If You Can

    Tuesday, 21st April 2026
    A dominant late flourish to Sydney’s Autumn Carnival has reinforced the standing of one of the modern era’s most influential sires, with a trio of Group victories sealing further supremacy at the top of the General Sires’ Premiership. Snitzel tightened his grip on a fifth title with a standout performance on the final day, highlighted by a quinella in the Group 1 Champagne Stakes over 1600m. The result not only extended his remarkable record but also underlined his ongoing impact across all levels of the sport, with his progeny continuing to deliver at the elite end. His tally now stands at 28 Group 1 winners, including six this season, alongside 171 individual stakes winners from 338 stakes races. The Champagne Stakes provided a fitting centrepiece, with Fireball proving too strong over the mile to hold off Campione D’Italia and Diameter, completing a notable trifecta for Chris Waller in a race that capped a prolific carnival for the stable. Fireball’s rider Tim Clark was forced into an early move as the race unfolded but was rewarded for his judgement. “I was thinking before the race, I don’t want to get there too soon, but just how the race unfolded, I had to present him when I did,” Clark said. “The challenge came early enough that he had the opportunity to fight back and that he did. He’s obviously so tough and he’s been running in all the big races. I’m thrilled to get a good result for Chris and James Harron and all of his connections.” Bred by Michael O’Keeffe and purchased for $460,000 from the Inglis Easter Sale, Fireball adds further depth to a potent cross, becoming just the second Group 1 juvenile winner bred on the Snitzel–Charge Forward line. His success continues to build the profile of his dam Advance Party, whose family remains in production with several young stock coming through. Earlier on the card, Snitzel’s influence had already been felt through the three-year-old filly Snitzel Dancer, who stepped up from a Hawkesbury victory to claim the Group 3 James H. B Carr Stakes (see below). Trained by Gerald Ryan and Sterling Alexiou, she defeated a strong field including Plaintiff and Karinska, and now looks set to be aimed at the Queensland Oaks. “I know she was big odds today, but we were confident she would run very well. I told the owners she would finish top three…It’s good to see her live up to what she’s shown all the way along,” Ryan said. The treble was completed by Matias in the Group 3 Frank Packer Plate, with the colt producing a polished staying performance to confirm his credentials ahead of a Queensland Derby campaign. Purchased for $450,000 at the Magic Millions, he continues to justify the investment with consistent progression. With additional high-level placings boosting his seasonal statistics, Snitzel’s dominance has rarely looked more secure, his progeny combining quality and depth to maintain a commanding lead in the premiership standings. That is franked on the Australian Black Type Stallion Premiership table where Snitzel's seemingly impregnable lead is well over 100 points.

  • Freedmans Launch Triple Sangster Stakes Attack

    Tuesday, 21st April 2026
    Confidence is building within the Freedman camp ahead of Saturday's Gr1 Robert Sangster Stakes (1200m) at Morphettville, where a three-pronged assault will be spearheaded by the in-form Point Barrow. The filly has risen to the top of the market following a sharp return to winning form and is now viewed as a leading chance in the $1 million feature. Prepared by Sam Freedman in partnership with his father Anthony, Point Barrow heads into the race on the back of a convincing victory in the Gr3 Don Casboult Classic (1200m) at Caulfield, reports racenet.com.au. That performance came after a slightly underwhelming fifth placing in the Oakleigh Plate earlier in the preparation, a run her trainer is happy to overlook given the circumstances. "She's coming in with the strongest form," Freedman said. "I think (because of) circumstances in the Oakleigh Plate, you didn't see her there at her best. Since then, obviously she was a great winner the other day – maybe it wasn't a great field, maybe she got the right run throughout – but still (you've got to win it)." The strength of that Caulfield form received a timely boost when Torsheen, who finished runner-up behind Point Barrow, scored impressively at Mornington over the weekend. It has added weight to Freedman's belief that his filly is peaking at the right time, with the Sangster long identified as a key target. While comparisons have been drawn with Shoals, the stable's previous winner of the race in 2018, Freedman is cautious about leaning too heavily on historical parallels. "Shoals won this race a little while ago, probably had a better CV than a Point Barrow, but a similar sort of racing style – she got back and swooped down the middle," he said. Despite acknowledging the depth of this year's field, he remains firm in his assessment. "It's going to be strong with My Gladiola ($9) and the like, but I don't think I'd swap her for many there." There are still variables to navigate, including the barrier draw and track conditions, but Freedman believes his filly has the attributes to overcome adversity. "It's been a target for her – her Oakleigh Plate run, she was only beaten two-and-a-half lengths and she wasn't at her best, I think that's as strong a form as you'll see going into it. We've got to travel over and draw a nice gate, get a good track. (But) She's shown that she can take a lot of bad luck out of the equations." Point Barrow will not be the stable's sole representative, with both Inkaruna and Ameena also set to take their place in the field. Freedman is optimistic that each has genuine claims. "I think both deserve their shot," he said. "Inkaruna was disappointing last start. Down on the worst part of the track, she blew the start, it didn't go to plan. She will bounce back. Ameena, she's going in fresh. She ran brilliant in the race last year fresh – she should have nearly won (when a neck-length second behind Charm Stone) – so I think all the fillies and mares deserve their shot."

    Shoals

    Shoals won the Sangster Stakes for the Freedmans (pic: Mark Gatt)

  • Zedan Ensures OBS Record Takes Flight

    Tuesday, 21st April 2026
    Anticipation had been building all week, but few could have predicted the scale of what unfolded during the final session of the OBS April Sale. According to TDN, by the time the hammer fell midway through Friday's trade, a new benchmark had been set – one that redefined expectations for the auction, and perhaps, all thoroughbred auctions. A son of Flightline, catalogued as hip 1056, became the centre of attention as bidding surged beyond anything previously seen at the sale. Eventually knocked down to Amr Zedan for a staggering $10.5 million, the colt eclipsed not only the OBS April record but the company's overall high-water mark by a significant margin. "There was a lot of hype on this horse and he followed through with the hype," bloodstock agent Donato Lanni said. "When he worked, everybody got on the rail and watched, and he delivered. Bob [Baffert] loved him. [Flightline] is one of the greatest racehorses of all time. [This colt] look like he'll carry his endurance like Flightline." Interest in the colt had intensified following a standout performance during the under-tack preview, where he matched the fastest time of the sale with a sharp 9.3-second breeze. From that point, it became clear he would command extraordinary attention once he entered the ring. David Ingordo, bidding on behalf of a partnership that included West Point Thoroughbreds and Lane's End Farm, pushed the price to $10 million before conceding. "He was a lovely horse and he made a lovely price," Ingordo said. "I don't even know what to say about a sale like that. Obviously, we love the stallion. That was what our interest in him was." Ingordo's association with the sire runs deep, having assembled the group that secured Flightline himself as a yearling at the 2019 Fasig-Tipton Saratoga Sale. That colt would go on to retire unbeaten, earning global recognition as the 2022 Longines World's Best Racehorse and Horse of the Year. Now, with his first crop turning two, the market's appetite for his progeny is unmistakable. Consigned by Hartley/DeRenzo Thoroughbreds, the colt had been acquired as a $575,000 weanling at Keeneland, a figure that now looks modest in hindsight. The same consignor also handled the sale's top-priced filly earlier in the week, further underlining their impact on proceedings. Previous records at OBS now sit well in the rear-view mirror, with $2.45 million the former April benchmark and $3 million the overall high set just last year. This latest result has shifted the landscape entirely, providing a clear signal of the extraordinary demand attached to elite bloodlines at the very top end of the market.

  • Champion Miler Charyn Joins Cambridge Roster

    Tuesday, 21st April 2026
    A new chapter for one of New Zealand's most storied nurseries is about to unfold, with Cambridge Stud strengthening its stallion ranks through the acquisition of world champion miler Charyn ahead of the upcoming breeding season. According to racingnews.co.nz, the three-time Group 1 winner will stand in partnership with Nurlan Bizakov's French operation Sumbe, bringing elite European form to the Southern Hemisphere. Early signs of his class were evident as a juvenile, when he captured the Gr2 Critérium de Maisons-Laffitte, but it was his four-year-old season that elevated him to the top tier. Victories in the Queen Anne Stakes, Prix Jacques le Marois and Queen Elizabeth II Stakes completed a rare clean sweep of Europe's premier mile contests, establishing him as the highest-rated miler of his generation. For Cambridge Stud owners Sir Brendan and Lady Jo Lindsay, the addition is about more than securing a high-class stallion. "The acquisition of Charyn for the Cambridge Stud stallion roster is the beginning of another exciting chapter for the stud and a very important relationship with Nurlan Bizakov's Sumbe in Normandy," Sir Brendan Lindsay said. "While Cambridge Stud is delighted to secure Charyn for stud duties in New Zealand, we are also looking forward to the relationship with Sumbe. As we have found with Haras d'Etreham and Juddmonte, the stallion is important, but a lasting relationship with the Bizakov family, Tony Fry and the Sumbe team is just as important. His status as the highest-rated miler in the world of his year stamps him as an elite performer, and we are excited to show him to the New Zealand industry." Bizakov echoed that sentiment, describing the partnership as a natural fit. "I am delighted and honoured to confirm the agreement with Cambridge Stud to stand Charyn for the Southern Hemisphere breeding season, and I would like to warmly thank Sir Brendan Lindsay, Henry Plumptre and their entire team for their confidence in the stallion, as well as for their enthusiasm and support," he said. "It is a prestigious stud with a highly significant broodmare band, providing an outstanding platform to support a stallion of Charyn's calibre. I am confident that Charyn will greatly appeal to Southern Hemisphere breeders, thanks to his physical presence and athleticism, which he consistently passes on to his foals." Cambridge Stud chief executive Henry Plumptre reinforced that view, highlighting both performance and physique. "Charyn's three Group 1 victories, in elite events and against elite opposition, showcased his tactical speed and a great turn of foot," he said, noting his ability to dominate and, when required, to fight. "We have just spent two days in France with the Sumbe team and CEO Tony Fry. Charyn presents as a standout individual – strong, with good scope and quality. He is a particularly good mover, and his athleticism is quite obvious." The influence of his sire Dark Angel also adds to the appeal, particularly given the success of his progeny across a range of international bloodlines. Plumptre pointed to encouraging early signs among Charyn's foals, describing them as an even group already showing strength, bone and quality. Set to stand at a fee of $35,000 plus GST in 2026, his arrival is expected to generate strong interest from breeders on both sides of the Tasman, offering access to a proven miler with the attributes to leave a lasting mark.

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    Dark Angel's new sire-son Charyn (pic: supplied)

  • MM Releases National Weanling Catalogue

    Tuesday, 21st April 2026
    A sale synonymous with uncovering future stars is set to return to centre stage on the Gold Coast, with the release of a strong catalogue for the 2026 Magic Millions National Weanling Sale. Long regarded as a proving ground for elite talent, the auction has once again drawn widespread attention from breeders and buyers chasing the next generation of headline performers. Scheduled for Sunday, May 24, the sale will feature 354 lots, with additional supplementaries expected, and brings together a diverse mix of bloodlines from across the country. The offering includes progeny by 97 individual sires, among them 18 first-season stallions, ensuring a blend of proven influence and emerging potential. Among the highlights is the only weanling by Extreme Choice to be offered in the Southern Hemisphere in 2026, a point certain to attract significant interest. Depth of pedigree remains a defining feature of the catalogue. A total of 83 lots are out of stakes-performed mares, while the broader draft includes offspring from Group-winning producers such as Serious Speed, Tycoon Tara, Wawail, Etana, Fasika, Night War, Renaissance Woman, Vergara, Celts and Fashion Shoot. Buyers will also be presented with close relations to a host of Group winners, including Chain of Lightning, Madame Pommery, Femminile, Leicester, Gypsy Goddess, Heatherly and Quackerjack, among others. The reputation of the sale is built on results that continue to resonate across the industry. Graduates such as Autumn Glow, Zoustar, Pierro, Ellsberg, Tropical Squall and Stay Inside stand as evidence of its capacity to produce performers at the highest level, whether on the track or later in the breeding barn. That history has cemented the auction’s standing as a key destination for those seeking quality stock. Magic Millions Managing Director Barry Bowditch emphasised the consistency of the sale’s outcomes. “The National Weanling Sale is a clear market leader which ever way you look,” he said. “From selling racetrack champions to pin-hook sale ring stars, it’s the sale that always delivers for buyers.” He added that the strength of the 2026 catalogue reflects the confidence of vendors. “Our vendors have supported the sale with an outstanding line up in 2026 and we can’t wait to see what success stories will emerge from this year’s auction.” Interest in first-season sires remains a focal point, with Bowditch noting the level of anticipation surrounding that segment of the catalogue. “There is always incredible interest each year in the weanlings by first season sires and there’s 18 individual freshman stallions represented this May,” he said. With its combination of depth, pedigree strength and proven results, the upcoming sale shapes as another opportunity for buyers to secure future talent in one of the industry’s most competitive environments.

  • Kiwi Group 1 Winner Mecurial Retired

    Tuesday, 21st April 2026
    A familiar name on New Zealand's sprinting circuit has been farewelled from racing, with Mercurial set to begin a new chapter beyond the track following a career marked by durability and consistent performance at stakes level. The seven-year-old, trained by Stephen Marsh, will transition to an eventing role after his final appearance at Ellerslie on Saturday. Across 46 starts, the son of Burgundy compiled six victories and more than $605,000 in prizemoney, highlighted by a hard-fought success in the 2024 Gr1 Telegraph (1200m), where he edged out Express Yourself in a tight finish. He also proved competitive at the highest level on multiple occasions, placing in the Gr1 Railway Stakes and adding further black-type performances in races such as the J Swap Sprint, Spring Sprint and King's Plate. His final run, a ninth placing over 1200m at Ellerslie, prompted connections to draw the curtain on his racing days, with Marsh emphasising both the horse's soundness and the opportunity for a fulfilling second career. "He has been retired and he gets a nice new home as an eventer," Marsh said. "He took us to a lot of the big dances and he won a Group 1. He was a model of consistency and he retires a sound horse that needs the paddock and the next stage of life where he will be well looked after. He has been great and he has given us all a really good ride." While one chapter closed, the stable found encouragement elsewhere on the Ellerslie program, with several younger horses stepping forward. Juvenile fillies Miss Janet and So Fear delivered a one-three result in the Listed Star Way Stakes (1200m), providing valuable black-type for connections. Plans for the pair are already taking shape, with Miss Janet set for a spell and So Fear potentially backing up at Te Rapa. "They (Go Racing) are great owners of ours and to get two pieces of vital black-type is brilliant," Marsh said. "Miss Janet has gone to the paddock. So Fear could potentially run in the 1400m two-year-old race at Te Rapa and then she will go for a spell. We are just going to play around with her this week, but she seems to have come through it well so she may go there." Further black-type was secured by La Diem and Glance, who filled minor placings in the Gr3 Championship Stakes (2100m), adding depth to the stable's current crop. "They are two beautifully bred fillies as well and it was great that they got their first piece of black-type," Marsh said. "They have come through it well, but they will both head to the paddock now, they have done enough." Attention now shifts to Te Rapa on ANZAC Day, where Marsh is optimistic about his chances in the Gr3 Cambridge Breeders' Stakes (1200m), a race he expects to be highly competitive. "The Cambridge Breeders is going to be a very good race," he said. "We will have the likes of Little Black Dress, Lubeck, To Cap It All and Lady Iris."

  • Flashing Lights in All Aged by Half Yours

    Tuesday, 21st April 2026
    A solid return at the top level has set the tone for a winter campaign, with connections satisfied after Half Yours worked home late to finish ninth in the Gr1 All Aged Stakes (1400m) at Randwick. While the placing may not have reflected his best, there was enough in the run to suggest the Cups winner is tracking in the right direction. Ridden by Jamie Melham, the gelding showed encouraging signs despite conditions that didn’t fully suit. “I’m very excited about his prep. He’s come back fantastic,” Melham said, noting the horse’s condition heading into his next assignments. Trainer Tony McEvoy shared that optimism, indicating the performance aligned with expectations given the circumstances. “He did all he could do against those in that ground. He needed soft ground to finish closer. He did a great job,” he said. “He’s been going well. We’ve been very pleased with him. We expected him to run a good race and he did that.” Attention now turns to Queensland, where Half Yours is set to target a sequence of feature races including the Hollindale Stakes, the Doomben Cup and the Q22. Those races are expected to provide a more suitable platform, particularly if he can find the softer conditions his connections believe bring out his best. It was a contrasting day for the stable, however, with Ambassadorial failing to fire in the Mornington Cup after starting among the favourites. The performance left connections searching for answers, with McEvoy suggesting the effort may have come at the end of a long preparation. “He travelled nicely in the first bit, and we didn’t see what was coming as Harry (Coffey) said he was gone at the half mile,” he said. Despite the disappointing result, there were no immediate concerns post-race. “He’s pulled up clean as a whistle. He went home and ate up. He just decided he had had enough.” Looking ahead, the stable will also monitor conditions in Adelaide with a view to sending Bossy Nic and Motorsports to the Gr1 Robert Sangster Stakes (1200m) at Morphettville, should rain arrive. Motorsports brings competitive form after finishing second at Caulfield behind Soft Love, with Bossy Nic close up in third over 1100m. McEvoy is confident both mares can measure up under the right circumstances. “Both of them are up to that level of race provided the track is wet," he said.

  • Top HTBA Colts Pinhooked for Inglis Ready2Race

    Tuesday, 21st April 2026
    Strong trade at Riverside has set the tone for what could be a pivotal lead-in to October’s Inglis Ready2Race Sale, with buyers already positioning themselves around standout yearlings expected to progress through to the breeze-up arena. Chief among them is an Artorius colt from the Kingstar Farm draft, secured for $160,000 by Stefan Pardi of SP Bloodstock. The purchase immediately came with a clear plan, with Pardi confirming the colt will return to Riverside later this year for the Ready2Race Sale. His confidence in both the individual and the broader market was evident. “The hype around the Inglis breeze up sale later in the year is already gaining huge momentum and it’s a sale I want to be involved in as a vendor,” he said. He pointed to the strength of last year’s buying bench and the likelihood of even greater international participation this year. “There was a huge Asian and local presence last year at the sale and I think with Ka Ying Rising running in The Everest again this year just two days after the sale, there’s just going to be so many buyers at the sale and I think this colt will fit right in.” His assessment of the colt was equally bullish, highlighting both current appeal and future development. “He was the best colt on the grounds this week for me, he had real presence about him, yet there’s still so much room for improvement and I think over the next six months leading into the Inglis Ready2Race Sale, he will come on even more.” For vendor Adam Cook, the result exceeded expectations. “That was out of the blue, double what I thought he would make,” he said. “Over the moon, $160,000, wow, that’s unbelievable really. I was almost going to put him into the Classic Sale but I’m glad I didn’t now, he had more vet hits than any of our draft and it’s a huge result.” Cook noted the positive flow of interest throughout the sale. “From Thursday onwards I knew we were going to have a good sale, the foot traffic was up a lot on last year’s sale, which was big in itself, so to see that translate into results is what it’s all about. We honestly couldn’t be happier.” Kingstar’s strong showing continued with the second-top lot, a Home Affairs colt from Gwader Bay, sold to Victorian buyer Tyler Aitken for $115,000. Like the top lot, he is destined for a breeze-up preparation, with Aitken outlining a patient approach. “I thought he was a really athletic horse, balanced and while he’ll need a bit of time, he’s from a family that has proved if you give them the time, you get the results,” he said. “I paid more than I thought he’d go for but that’s the way it goes sometimes. I’ll get him home and into the system, break him in and hopefully watch him mature and develop over the next few months as we get him ready for the Inglis Ready2Race Sale.” Cook echoed that optimism regarding the Home Affairs colt. “He was a late foal with good length and a great action, he’s a nice animal. He looks like he’ll run this horse. He was very popular, as the majority of our draft was, so it’s a great outcome again.” The sale closed with a gross of $3,537,500, an average of $23,273 and a median of $18,000, both figures reflecting year-on-year improvement and reinforcing confidence in the market heading into the latter part of the year.

    Artorius sale topper

    Kingstar's Artorius colt topped the sale (pic: inglis.com.au)

  • Annual Inglis Yearling Sessions Up $8 Million

    Tuesday, 21st April 2026
    Meanwhile, following the conclusion of the 2026 Inglis yearling sales series, a strong finish to the season has reinforced confidence across the Inglis yearling sales circuit, with overall figures pointing to a resilient market despite broader global uncertainty. The conclusion of the series was marked by encouraging turnover and consistent demand, underpinned by both domestic and international participation. Inglis Bloodstock CEO Sebastian Hutch said the results reflected a collective effort across the organisation, with turnover across the yearling sales rising by more than $8 million compared to the previous year. “Turnover across our yearling sales this year is up over $8m on 2025, which is very pleasing, particularly considering what has been going on in the world over the past couple of months,” he said, noting the challenges posed by external economic factors. The strength of the clearance rate has been a standout feature, with more than 1,670 yearlings sold at 83 per cent across the series. Hutch credited the outcome to the groundwork laid well before the auctions began. “Our team has worked exceptionally hard to market all of our sales effectively and canvass buyers at all levels, ultimately with the objective of delivering a market leading service and achieve market leading results,” he said. That preparation extended to cultivating a broad buying bench, something Hutch believes has been critical to sustaining competition throughout the sales. Support from breeders and vendors has also played a key role in maintaining the depth of the catalogue, with Hutch acknowledging their ongoing commitment. “We are hugely grateful for the support of breeders and vendors of our sales and similarly appreciative of the support of each of our sales by a huge range of buyers,” he said. Pre-sale indicators suggested strong engagement, with vendors reporting healthy foot traffic in the lead-up, a trend that translated into competitive bidding on sale day. The diversity of buyers was another positive indicator, with participation spanning Hong Kong, Malaysia and New Zealand, alongside buyers from across Australia. Hutch said this breadth highlighted the effectiveness of Inglis’ outreach. “To have buyers from Hong Kong, Malaysia, New Zealand and then WA, SA, ACT, NSW, Queensland and Victoria all participate was a reflection of the good work done by our team in canvassing buyers for the sale.” While the figures paint a positive picture, Hutch acknowledged that selectivity remains a defining characteristic of the current market. “The selectivity of the market has been a challenge throughout the sales year and is particularly pronounced at a sale like this, but we will continue to work constructively with vendors to identify ways in which we can develop our markets to facilitate improved returns,” he said. Looking ahead, Hutch expressed confidence that continued collaboration with industry stakeholders, including the HTBA committee and its members, will provide a platform for further growth
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2025 BTR Stud Stallions

BTP STUD STALLIONS

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A Lot Established
Acrobat Established
Al Maher Established
Alabama Express Established
All American Established
All Too Hard Established
Alpine Eagle Established
Alpine Edge 3rd Season
Anamoe 1st crop 2YOs
Anders Established
Artie Schiller Established
Awesome Rock Established
Barbados Established
Barbaric Established
Best Of Bordeaux Established
Better Than Ready Established
Bivouac Established
Brave Smash Established
Brazen Beau Established
Bruckner 1st crop 2YOs
Bull Point Established
Bullbars Established
Cape Of Good Hope 1st crop 2YOs
Capitalist Established
Captivant Established
Castelvecchio Established
City Of Troy Established
Cliff's Edge Established
Cogburn 2nd Season
Cool Aza Beel Established
D'argento Established
Danerich Established
Dash For Cash Established
De Gaulle Established
Delaware Established
Denman Established
Dirty Work Established
Dissident Established
Don Corleone 3rd Season
Doubtland Established
Dubious Established
Dundeel Established
Ellsberg 1st crop 2YOs
Encryption Established
Exceedance Established
Exosphere Established
Extreme Choice Established
Farnan Established
Flying Artie Established
Foxwedge Established
Frankel My Dear Established
Gingerbread Man Established
Gold Standard Established
Graff Established
Grunt Established
Hallowed Crown Established
Harry Angel Established
Hawaii Five Oh 3rd Season
Headwater Established
Hellbent Established
Hitotsu 1st crop 2YOs
Home Affairs Established
I Am Immortal Established
I Am Invincible Established
Ilovethiscity Established
Invader Established
Jacquinot 1st crop 2YOs
Ka Ying Master 1st crop 2YOs
Kermadec Established
King Colorado 3rd Season
King's Legacy Established
Lofty Strike 3rd Season
Lord Of The Sky Established
Love Conquers All Established
Manhattan Rain Established
Maschino Established
Master Of Design Established
Maurice Established
Merchant Navy Established
Mo'unga 3rd Season
Murtajill Established
My Admiration Established
Needs Further Established
Nicconi Established
Nostradamus Established
Officiating 3rd Season
Ole Kirk Established
Pariah Established
Pierata Established
Pierro Established
Pinatubo Established
Playing God Established
Portland Sky Established
Power Established
Prague Established
Pride Of Dubai Established
Private Life Established
Puissance De Lune Established
Rebel Dane Established
Rich Enuff Established
Rommel Established
Rubick Established
Russian Camelot Established
Russian Revolution Established
Safeguard Established
Sandbar Established
Sessions Established
Shaft Established
Shalaa Established
Shamoline Warrior Established
Shamus Award Established
Shinzo Established
Shooting To Win Established
Sidestep Established
Sizzling Established
Skilled Established
Smart Missile Established
Snitzel Established
So Secret Established
So You Think Established
Soul Patch Established
Southport Tycoon 2nd Season
Spirit Of Boom Established
Squamosa Established
St Mark's Basilica Established
Star Turn Established
Star Witness Established
Street Boss Established
Super One Established
Supido Established
Swear Established
Sweet Ride 3rd Season
Switzerland Established
The Autumn Sun Established
The Brothers War Established
Time To Reign Established
Too Darn Hot Established
Toorak Toff Established
Top Echelon Established
Toronado Established
Trapeze Artist Established
Turffontein Established
Unite And Conquer Established
Universal Ruler Established
Vancouver Established
Vandeek Established
Victor Ludorum Established
Von Costa De Hero Established
Wandjina Established
Winning Rupert Established
Wooded Established
Wootton Bassett Established
Worthy Cause Established
Written By Established
Written Tycoon Established
Xtravagant Established
Your Song Established
Zousain Established
Zoustar Established