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Harder, better, faster, stronger: What influences Japan's horses to run earlier and for longer?
A Pretty family and a firm believer: O’Brien’s breeding success
Dr Denis O’Brien’s faith in Yes Yes Yes is paying off, with dual Group 1 placegetter Firm Agreement and last-to-first Warwick Farm winner Fuadee among his breeding successes. With descendants of his prized mare Pretty Penny also coming through, there is plenty to keep the Clairden Racing breeder interested this spring.
October 9th 2026
Matings Mix: In Secret gets her date with Anamoe
The Darley broodmare band is a rich one, and with two rosters of proven and emerging talent, few have to venture far for their matches. Andy Makiv, Alastair Pulford, and Jason Walsh handpick the highlights of the operation's 2026 matings.
October 9th 2026
Quarter share in Primetime Emmy on offer just before Breeders' Cup
Keeneland’s Championship Sale at Castleton on October 28 will feature a 25% share in French group winning juvenile Primetime Emmy. The Extreme Choice filly is owned by Matthew Sandblom, who bred her.
October 9th 2026
'He's the spitting image of Frankel': Coolmore strikes for 4m gns colt
After Godolphin dominated the opening session of Book 1 at Tattersalls, it was Coolmore's turn to make headlines on Wednesday. MV Magnier and White Birch Farm went to 4 million gns (AU$7.98 million) for a Frankel colt out of Shambolic (Shamardal), a full-brother to Group 1 winner Ylang Ylang.
October 9th 2026
Wednesday Racing: Love Story stamps herself as one to watch
A number of progressive and well-bred horses stepped out on Wednesday, putting forward their claims for a step up in grade and a crack at Carnival riches. Love Story looked particularly progressive, dominantly breaking through over 1400m at Kensington to start proceedings.
October 8th 2026
Strong competition for stock makes sales companies sweat
When it comes to putting together a strong yearling catalogue, the process is about much more than picking out a few individuals at the top. Magic Millions and Inglis compete with each other to ensure they get the horses they want in their catalogues. They are both about to send out acceptance letters to vendors for their various sales, so how do they decide who gets in?
October 8th 2026
Inglis Digital: Ninja valued at $5.5 million after 1% share sells
Wednesday’s Inglis Digital sale exceeded expectations with the 1% share in The Everest contender Ninja selling for $55,000, valuing him at $5.5 million. He won a trial against The Everest favourite Ka Ying Rising on Tuesday. Group 2 winner Cherry Bomshell was valued at $1.2 million after a 5% share in her sold for $60,000.
October 8th 2026
Godolphin smashes European record for Night Of Thunder colt
Racing's biggest buyers were keen on day one of Book 1 of the Tattersalls October Yearling Sale. The gross rose 15% and the top lot, a Night Of Thunder colt, became the most expensive yearling sold in 2026 globally when making 4.6 million gns to Godolphin. Six lots made seven figures and the average rose 26%.
October 8th 2026
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