Top mares Mosheen and Hallowell Belle bounced back to strong wins at Group 2 level at Flemington on Saturday, with the duo on a path to clash in the Group 1 VRC Myer Classic in four weeks’ time.
Oceanfast, a mare whose progeny have lit up the famous Newmarket sale ring on so many occasions, took centre stage herself today, topping the first day of the 2011 Inglis Australian Easter Broodmare Sale. The dam of Alinghi sold for $700,000, carrying a positive test to top young Coolmore stallion Fastnet Rock.
The 2009 Inglis Australian Easter Yearling Sale has drawn to a conclusion with another two yearlings topping the million dollar mark at Newmarket today, as the overall clearance rate continues to rise.