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Despite a decrease in the horse population and the sale of just 305 lots – 39 fewer than last year – the sale rose to expectations, achieving an impressive aggregate of R171 975 000 and an exceptional average of R563 852 per lot sold
When the hammer fell shortly before 15h00 on Friday on lot 346, a beautiful grey Ascot-bred son of Heavenly Blue, the scoreboard reflected that 303 of the 316 lots had sold over the two days for an aggregate of R171 425 000
Day 2 of the 2025 BSA National Yearling Sale starts today at 10h00
One of South Africa’s most experienced breeders, Pippa Mickleburgh has attended 35 National Yearling Sales and achieved a personal new record for Avontuur on Thursday
Last year, records tumbled across the board as the sale recorded both its highest aggregate and average ever
When Lot 189 steps into the TBA sales ring at the National Yearling Sale on Thursday afternoon, the moment will mark the end of an era
Ahead of the 2025 Bloodstock SA National Yearling Sale on Thursday and Friday10 and 11 April, the TBA complex has been a hive of activity
This week’s BSA National Yearling Sale marks a first appearance in the historic arena for nineteen of the offspring of one of the most exciting equine athletes of his generation
A first foal from a former Inglis Chairman’s Sale-topper Shout The Bar headlined an extraordinary Day 1 of the Easter Yearling Sale at Riverside on Monday
Demand appears to outstrip supply, not surprising given that many smaller breeders – and some of the old stalwarts – have disappeared
‘Buyers know that when they walk through the doors of the National Sale, they’re not just chasing the next big thing – they’re stepping into a legacy shaped by generations of excellence. For over a hundred years, the TBA has set the standard. At BSA’s Germiston sales, our commitment to quality and opportunity for all is unmistakable’ – Michael Holmes, BSA CEO
Despite a decrease in the horse population and the sale of just 305 lots – 39 fewer than last year – the sale rose to expectations, achieving an impressive aggregate of R171 975 000 and an exceptional average of R563 852 per lot sold
When the hammer fell shortly before 15h00 on Friday on lot 346, a beautiful grey Ascot-bred son of Heavenly Blue, the scoreboard reflected that 303 of the 316 lots had sold over the two days for an aggregate of R171 425 000
