Graeme McCulloch’s persistence and his son Bart’s innovation as well as his willingness to think outside the box paid off at the Magic Millions Yearling Sale in Tasmania, with the family’s Grenville Stud selling the top four lots. and the draft grossed over 1 million Australian dollars.
Grenville Stud had three of the 19 calves for sale on 20 February reaching the A$100,000 mark as a descendant of the McCullochs’ resident stallion. stratosphere has become popular, averaging close to AU$54,000, but it’s a Newgate Farm’s filth capitalist who held the influence, peaked at AU$115,000 (US$79,068, AU$1.00 = US$0.6875).
The little one is the third pony among yellow sunrisebut the mare’s only living pony: her firstborn, by Pride of Dubai died during training, while the second, of the Capitalist, was unfortunately struck by lightning.
Retired coach Peter Morgan, who is acting for I am invincible Ray Gall’s co-owner, heeded a call from senior McCulloch to make a trip to Quercus Park, near Launceston, to buy the Capitalist’s daughter, who had been sold as Lot 131 in a batch sold 140 lots.
“I waited for her all day – I’d probably miss my flight, but they said they’d give me a bed. She was all I came for because I didn’t show up for the sale, but Graeme McCulloch called me three times and said, ‘You’ve got to come for this asshole,’ so I thought I’d come down and see,” Morgan said.
“I jumped on the plane, looked around, and we finally got her. This is the first time in about five years that I’ve come down here to sell.”
Randwick coach Ron Quinton will likely be fully prepared.
Turkish Warrior’s half-sister joins Purebred Star
Half sister to Tasmania’s cult hero Turkish Warrior will remain in place after leading service provider Denise Martin earlier in the session paid AU$105,000 for Stratosphere’s daughter.
The Fat Dog (Lot 47) was the second highest priced lot sold in a daylong sale in Tasmania with Devonport trainer Barry Campbell in charge of crossbreeding and selling Grenville aspiring to have the principal of the Pure Star. strains.
Stratosphere is deposited as Lot 47 in the Magic Millions Yearling Sale in Tasmania
Martin of Sydney, a native of Tasmania, was among mainland buyers who bought the seven most expensive horses, again underscoring the importance of interstate trainers and owners involved in local market.
Stratosphere pony is the 7th living pony of 2 year old bet winner Ehorwho produced six winners from the many ponies that entered the race, led by the Turkey Warrior trained by Glenn Stevenson, who took home his 11th victory since the 18th started on the 19th. Two.
Brett Howard of Randwick Bloodstock, Martin’s trusted advisor, said the dirty guy was their “selling option”.
“Not just on the genealogy page, but physically,” says Howard.
“Barry Campbell will train her and also Barry and I think she’s the prettiest pony in Ehor, so hopefully she’s the best.”
Star Pure race a first 2 year old child called Cairns by Grenville’s stratosphere. Coached by Campbell, Martin’s brother-in-law, Cairns finished second in Sunday’s $85,000 Magic Millions 2YO Classic (1200m) contest in Launceston.
Howard said: “She’s prettier than Cairns and her price reflects that, but she’s not a better horse either, so hopefully we can do better next year with the dirty girl. This filthy in Magic Millions 2 year old species.”
Star Thoroughbred linked to top Sydney trainer Chris Waller, with group 3 winner and mare ranked 1 Spy sporting a distinctive purple color with star-shaped white silk, Martin remains fiercely loyal to Tasmania and its racing industry.
“She has about 15, 16 or 17 horses in training at the moment here. They’re all trained by Barry Campbell; and Barry is married to Anne, Denise’s sister, so that’s it. the connection is there,” Howard said.
“Unfortunately, she’s not here for the auction, but she’s coming down (today) to compete for the Launceston Cup because she has a runner there named Assaranka. She’s a runner. Chubby Denise was bought here during a sale a few years ago, so hopefully she runs well for her connections.
Grenville Stud had an average price of AU$56,000 and grossed AU$1.064 million, while Armidale Stud sold 21 chicks for AU$922,000 to become the second top supplier.
Tasmanian trainer Adam Trinder, with the support of owner Wayne Roser, purchased five cubs a year for AU$284,000, Longford trainer John Blacker bought seven, while Tanya Hanson and Leanne Gaffney each person buys five children. Victorian trainer Andrew Bobbin buys six cubs a year.
“Obviously, it was a bit patchy in places during the sales process, but we were really pleased with our results. When we entered the sale, we felt we had a draft. really good They have prepared very well and the feedback about the last few days has been positive.
“You always hope it turns out to be a good sale and luckily it did. It’s a nice bonus for continuing to upgrade mares and the like, and into At the end of the day, what really stands out is how well the Stratospheres are selling.
“It’s no surprise how well they’ve progressed, but it’s great to have a stallion that is sought after by local and interstate buyers.”
The total value is AU$3,187 million (AU$2,191,225), down AU$500,000 from the corresponding sale in 2022, while the median is AU$36,702 ($25,234) and the average is AU$30,000 (US$20,626), the same as last year.
Despite a year-over-year decline in sales, which was strongly anticipated prior to the sale with the absence of some interstate buyers, Magic Millions chief executive Barry Bowditch, said it was a “fantastic day” with local faculty spending exceeding expectations.
“That’s been really positive for Tasmania. There’s a lot of buyers—nobody is really entering and dominating the market—and there’s a great balance between interstate and local buyers. It feels pretty good throughout the day,” Bowditch said.
“At the end of the day, Tasmanians bought 48 horses, which is great. They bought half of the catalog and the top two buyers were local. It’s great that they were able to participate (very strongly). “
Magic Millions, TasBreeders and Tasracing recently signed a five-year agreement to execute the sale of Tasmania and Bowditch has reaffirmed the company’s commitment to the local thoroughbred breeding and racing industry.
“We will work closely with TasBreeders and Tasracing to further strengthen the industry here,” he said.
“It’s just about stimulating engagement, giving them (trainers) a reason to confidently come and sell and bring their horses home to their owners.
“The quality of the horses bred here continues to get better and, from the point of view of Magic Millions, we will be here for a long time and we will continue to do our best to strive.” for a vibrant industry here.”
