As we approach one of the most problematic yearling sales series for many years, recent 2yo results have reinforced the value of our buyers’ guides.
I selected five fillies in the 2008 Select Sale as A+ prospects. To gain this rating yearlings require an outstanding overall pedigree and also have some significant value as broodmare prospects if things do not go as hoped for on the racetrack. To date, two of the five fillies have raced: the Bachelor Duke – Star of Flight filly Bewitch (SP in the WRC Wellesley S.) and last Saturday’s impressive Awapuni winner Mexican Rose (Volksraad – Down View).
My comment on the latter filly in the sale analysis was as follows. “Both sire and dam are bred on the same Danzig – Secretariat – Never Bend – Turn-to – Princequillo – Abernant cross, so we have a classic ‘mirror’ pedigree with no fewer than six elements, which is extremely rare. In my opinion, this pedigree mix is highly likely to be effective given that these six stallions have a record of being compatible. Whatever she does on the racecourse, this filly appeals as an outstanding broodmare prospect.”
Unfortunately, none of my clients were able to purchase this particular filly but it is certainly gratifying that she has shown above-average ability.
I expect that the 2009 buyers’ guides will be available in early January and welcome any enquiries about them that readers may have.
