In a market shaped by conflict, currency and caution, the weanling sales ring at Riverside Stables will be an early litmus test of appetite for pinhookers into next year’s yearling sales.
Schwarz and Henry Longfellow will get strong support from Rosemont in their second seasons, while shareholders are backing Extreme Warrior to continue his momentum as the Victorian stud unveils its 2026 stallion roster.
In this week’s Rowe On Monday, we delve into the sales background of South Australian Derby winner Wigmore, explain why Nurlan Bizakov’s investment is a good sign, report on a high-profile online auction withdrawal and reveal what’s next in the UK for two prominent bookmakers.
The successes of Asfoora and My Wish will see Flying Artie stand at a slightly increased fee of $14,850 (inc GST) at Blue Gum Farm in 2026.
The 2026 Magic Millions National Broodmare Sale catalogue has been bolstered by the addition of five supplementary stakes-winning mares.
Yulong's New South Wales plans have taken further shape with the addition of respected industry figure Allison Sedgwick as its Nominations Manager for NSW.
For the past 30 years it has been common for at least one Kentucky Derby winner to be standing as a sire in Australia, but as we look forward to the 2026 edition, the upcoming breeding season will mark a third straight year without a winner of the famous race on an Australian roster.
When Yulong’s mooted interest in Segenhoe Stud failed to result in a sale in 2024, the famous farm was put on the market. Real estate agent Clint Donovan canvassed the world for interested parties and ended up brokering a $30-million plus deal with the original suitor which has set tongues wagging across the thoroughbred industry.
Vinery will boast two star emerging stallions on its roster in 2026, with Ole Kirk, who will stand at $110,000, to be joined by Farnan, who will kickstart his stint at his new farm at $77,000.
Straight Talk digs into the deal which saw Yulong secure a Hunter Valley base, chats race date tweaks at Racing Victoria, looks into the life of an on-track bookie and much much more.
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