Breeding and Bloodstock

Rowe On Monday – Moroney’s toast to brother Mike with 2000 Guineas quinella and gatecrasher colour change for Tornado Valley

In this week's Rowe On Monday, Paul Moroney reflects on a special Group 1 win as he remembers his late brother Mike while explaining why he is more forgiving of stallions than most.

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2026 Inglis Classic catalogue released

Inglis Bloodstock chief executive Sebastian Hutch believes the company's Classic Yearling Sale continues to punch above its weight.

Bosustow
Bosustow boost – Rosemont sets sights on CF Orr Stakes as a career-defining Group 1

Fresh from a prosperous Melbourne Cup carnival, Rosemont Stud will turn to Bosustow in the $1 million CF Orr Stakes at Caulfield for more spring success which could supercharge his value as a potential stallion.

Hong Kong mogul steps up for son of Zoustar on day-two spending spree at Karaka

New Zealand Bloodstock set a new benchmark for its Ready to Run Sale as Hong Kong phone screen manufacturer Yeung Kin Man buys 15 horses to be leading buyer for third successive year.

Armory colt
Ultra impressive – Sean Buckley shapes up for first-crop Armory colt at Karaka 

Cameron Cooke and Cranbourne trainer Trent Busuttin teamed up to secure a two-year-old by young stallion Armory for $625,000 as trade began briskly on the second day of the New Zealand Bloodstock Ready to Run Sale. 

The Ka Ying Rising effect – Mainland Chinese owner bets on Hong Kong permit and high-priced colts

A mainland Chinese owner hoping to secure a Hong Kong Jockey Club permit and support Ka Ying Rising’s trainer David Hayes splashed more than $1.4 million at the NZB Ready to Run Sale to boost his new-found thoroughbred interest.

Dairy farmer cashes in on bargain homebred Harry Angel colt for $425,000 at Karaka

The advice of Gordon Cunningham paid dividends for New Zealand dairy farmer Mark Stratford, who bided his time with a Harry Angel colt, was bought for a significant sum by in-form Hong Kong trainer Mark Newnham on the opening day of the NZB Ready to Run Sale.

Weak dollar and big Group 1 success a strong advertisement for NZB’s Ready to Run Sale

Increased competition from buyers seeking the next Ceolwulf, Mr Brightside or Antino has Andrew Seabrook confident that New Zealand Bloodstock can stage a successful Ready to Run Sale at Karaka.

Run The Numbers – The kings and queens of the Melbourne Cup carnival

The four days at Flemington, which comprise the Melbourne Cup carnival, remain the most revered in Australian racing. The 2025 edition proved a testament to the diversity of the Australian industry, especially in the stallions represented, as Run The Numbers checks out.

Rowe On Monday – Resolute recast, Baaeed intrigue, Metallica expedites ready to run, and a big week for Ghaiyyath

In this week’s Rowe On Monday, as the American market booms, the strategy of John Stewart comes into focus, a pair of Baaeed fillies creates interest on the Gold Coast, how Metallica forced a change of tune in New Zealand and a day of contrasts for Shane McGrath.

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