The Best Of Company

The market has voted with its cheque books when it comes to the sale–with–race concept, that has so fired the public imagination in recent months.  The Cape Ready To Run Sale, scheduled for Durbanville on November 22nd, has also already produced its fair share of smart individuals – after just one renewal! So the lifechangers are there for the finding.

When:Friday 22 November at 14h00
Where: Durbanville
Gallops:Thursday 21 November at 09h00
The catalogue is available online at www.capethoroughbredsales.com

There is little that beats approaching an exciting challenge with all of the boxes ticked. And this sale offers the buyer just that. High quality, great variety, tangible returns, reasonable prices.That about sums it up. It won’t break the bank, to hopefully eventually be in a position to buy a bank! And the thrills and excitement that accompany an association with a smart horse with big earning potential…well little beats the feeling, if you have been fortunate enough to have been there.

The outstanding 3yo Red Ray, impressive winner of the recent Gr3 Elusive Fort Cape Classic, and likely Cape Guineas favourite at this stage of the game, leads the field of last year’s top performers to have sold at the inaugural sale, ahead of smart performers Exelero and Arion, the Grade One performer Captain’s Reserve, and last season’s dual Grade 3 winner, Antonius Du Bois. And there is plenty of depth yet again amongst the 195 lots catalogued next Friday.

No doubt, one of the star attractions  of the sale will be lot 153 – an own brother to Joey Ramsden’s sensation Red Ray and G1 winner Nania. Another one guaranteed to appeal to buyers is lot 84 – a full sister to champion filly, Mother Russia.

With a number of well bred youngsters from last year’s sale yet to face the starter, this impressive list of first year graduates looks sure to increase over the coming months. Prospective buyers will be spoilt for choice this year.

The catalogue offers individuals by such leading local sires as Captain Al (11), Dynasty (8), Kahal (1), Silvano (8), Trippi (13) and Var (4). There will also be plenty of interest in juveniles by the now deceased sire legends Jet Master (his daughter In The Fast Lane blew them away in Saturday’s Gr2 Choice Carriers Championship)  and Western Winter, who have one and four lots on the sale respectively.

Promising young sires Antonius Pius (11), Jay Peg (12), Judpot (5), Rebel King (8), and Sail From Seattle (3) are also strongly represented on the one day sale.

For the more exotic tastes, the 2013 Cape Ready To Run Catalogue also sees lots on offer by such world famous sires as Commands, High Chaparral and Snitzel – all of whom have one apiece on offer.

The sale’s graduates qualify for entry in a R2 000 000 race to be run at Kenilworth over 1400m on 22 November 2014. The Pre-sale gallops will take place at Durbanville on November 21st, at 9am and the catalogue is available online at www.capethoroughbredsales.com

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An alphabetical run down of the sires and some of their progeny, will go some way to illustrating the quality and depth of this catalogue:

Antonius Pius

Last season’s leading first crop sire in South Africa, Antonius Pius is a Breeders Cup Mile runner up by legendary sire Danzig. His offspring include the high-class 3yos Antonius Du Bois and Yoshie as well as recent winner, My Sanctuary. He has 11 lots on offer:

Tombozana (81) is a half-sister to a five time winner. She is out of a four time winning Royal Academy mare, and is bred on a similar Danzig/Royal Academy to champion sire Fastnet Rock.

Sapphire Sea (87)  is a colt out of a mare who won three times. He is from the family of KZN Oaks victress Sweet Secret and 1000 Guineas winner Mrs McArdy.

Royal Seal (89) is a colt, who is inbred to the great Blushing Groom. He is out of a Spectrum half-sister to the stakes winner The Seals, and is from the family of current useful performer, Bois De Var.

Shimmering Leaves (92) is a half-sister to a four time winner. She is out of a mare by the great Dixieland Band (also broodmare sire of recent Breeders Cup Sprint winner Secret Circle) and is from the same family as champion US sire Cozzene.

An unnamed filly (112)  whose dam is a winning Fort Wood half-sister to a Gr3 winner. This is the tremendous family of leading sires Thatching and Golden Thatch, as well as former sprint king, Flobayou’s, sire Waterville Lake.

Tuscan Chianti (118) is a half-sister to a winner, out of a three parts sister to US Gr2 winner Shakis. This is the wonderful Glorious Song of such legends as Devil’s Bag, Saint Ballado, Singspiel and Rakeen (sire of Jet Master).

Dearly Beloved (126) is a colt out of a three time winner by emerging broodmare sire Rich Man’s Gold. From the great Party Time, this colt’s second is the Gr3 winner, Waterwise.

Belong To Me (137) is a colt closely inbred to the mighty Danzig. He is by a son of the former Claiborne legend, out of a mare by a Danzig son! His second dam is a stakes winning half-sister to a horse who was a 29 time stakes winner.

Roman Empress (167) is a half-sister to a winner, out of a winning full sister to the Derby placed King Valley. From the family of classic winners Moulines and Cyber Cento, this filly is bred on the potent Danzig/Sadler’s Wells cross.

Clifton Surf (182) is a three parts brother to a six time winner. His dam is a winning sister to Gr1 Garden Province Stakes winner Lyrical Linda, and this is the same family as champion Rebel King (like the colt on sale also a Danzig line descendant).

Cotton Hill (193) is a half-brother to six winners, most notably flying filly, Diana’s Choice, and the classy performer Strawmarket. Also the family of legendary filly, Goldikova.

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Argonaut

A former Equus Champion 2YO Colt, Argonaut will be looking to maintain the great legacy of his sire, Western Winter. His first crop winners to date, include the highly rated Copybook and Ernie Or Else who won two in a row recently. He has 2 lots on sale:

Pass The Guard (59) is a colt out of a three time winning mare. This colt is closely inbred to the great Secretariat and is the family of champion sprinter, Flobayou.

River God (75) is a half-brother to six winners, including speedy Gr3 winner Valdivia and promising 3yo Set Your Sights. He is out of a mare by outstanding broodmare sire Irish River, damsire of such horses as Arcangues, Alhaarth, Dolphin Street, Spectrum and Sanglamore.

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Ashaawes

An exceptionally well bred son of Kingmambo, Ashaawes has made a promising start to his stud career. His small first crop includes a number of stakes performers, most notably the Dubai based, Grade One performer Sanshaawes. Ashaawes is also one of South Africa’s top sires by earnings per runner, finishing ahead of the likes of Kahal, Var and Trippi on the list. He has 5 lots on offer:

Eversolucky (48) is a half-sister to a winner. Her dam is a half-sister to the dam of the high-class performer Refined In Fire. This is the legendary “E” family, responsible for South Africa’s Galloping Goldmine, Empress Club, to name just one.

Rare Stone (52) is a half-sister to two winners, one of whom is stakes placed. She is out an Oaks winning daughter of leading broodmare sire Qui Danzig, and her third dam is Gr1 winner Smart As Paint.

Star Of Paris (68) is a full-sister to promising 3yo Reim. She has an interesting pedigree, being by Ashaawes out of a mare by Ashaawes’ close relative Doneraile Court, and closely inbred to the important mare, Close Control.

Emperor Ashwaa (79) is a colt whose dam is a winning Royal Chalice mare from the family of champions Empress Club and Ecurie.

National Symbol (86) is a nicely bred filly, whose dam is by world leading sire, and broodmare sire, Grand Lodge. Inbred to the great Mr Prospector, this filly is from the same Best In Show family as champions Aldebaran, Spinning World, and promising local sire, Pathfork.

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Atso

By the great Kingmambo, sire of over 80 stakes winners, including leading sires Henrythenavigator, Lemon Drop Kid, and King’s Best. Atso is from the wonderful Best In Show family, also responsible for producing champion SA sire Northern Guest. He has 1 lot on sale:

Major Vaughan (93) is a colt out of a daughter of champion broodmare sire Fort Wood. This colt is nicely inbred to the great mare Special, and hails from the family of speedy filly, Lady Lexington.

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Black Minnaloushe

An Irish classic winning son of the great Storm Cat, Black Minnaloushe has been a successful sire all over the world. The sire of last season’s Equus Champion 2YO Colt Kochka, Black Minnaloushe’s offspring have earned in excess of $31 000 000 to date.He has 12 lots on sale:

Black Market (28) is a colt out of a mare who won twice. He is from the family of Summer Cup hero and SA legend Wolf Power (himself the dam of the Storm Cat male line Horse Of The Year Wise Dan).

Waiting For Rain (31) is a half-brother to a winner. The colt is out of a Graded placed winner of five, and this is the family of ill-fated G1 Fillies Guineas winner Yquem.

Princes Khali (44) is a half-sister to two winners. Intensely inbred to the mighty Secretariat, this filly’s second dam is top-class filly by Elliodor (also damsire of Black Minnaloushe star Kochka). From the family of this season’s sensation, Chekilli.

The unnamed filly (45)  is  out of a mare by highly successful Argentinian sire, Not For Sale (best known locally as the sire of Asiatic Boy). From the family of numerous high-class South American performers.

Rouge et Noir (77) is a filly, whose dam is  Fort Wood half-sister to smart Gr3 winning stayer River Crossing. From the legendary Raise The Standard family, whose members including the breed shaping sires Machiavellian, Danehill and Northern Dancer.

The Green Cat (123) is a half-sister to a five time winner. She is out of a winning Model Man half-sister to top Gr1 winning sprinter, Young Harvest.

Wild Namaqua (130) is a half-brother to five winners, including the smart, stakes winner Running Wild. The colt is out of a smart stakes placed winner of five.

Little Bear (135) is a half-sister to four winners, one of whom won five. The filly is very closely related to US Gr1 winner Tarlow (also by a son of Storm Cat), who appears in this filly’s second dam.

Cat and the Moon (180) is a filly whose dam is a winning half-sister to the stakes winners Pay The Piper  and Lucky Find. The latter won in both South Africa and Dubai.

Even So (186) is a half-brother to 3 winners, including the useful Equitoria. Out of a Western Winter mare, the colt’s third dam is Gr1 winner Epoque – a half-sister to champions Ecurie and Empress Club.

Natatela (187) is a filly out of the smart, stakes winner Even Money (by promising broodmare sire Rich Man’s Gold). She is from the same family as Guineas winner Pointing North and record breaking filly, Wainui.

From an Acorn (194) is a half-sister to a winner. She is out of a multiple winner by world leading sire Miswaki (dam sire of Galileo, Dalakhani and Sea The Stars) from the family of 2013 King George winner Novellist.

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Captain Al

One of South Africa’s leading sires, Captain Al has topped the leading juvenile sires list for the past five years in a row. His current crop of 3yos includes the Gr1 winner Captain Of All, and other bright prospects such as Copiapo, Alascan Maiden, Highly Decorated and Kimberley Al. To date, Captain Al has sired over 100 stakes horses. He has 11 lots on offer:

The unnamed colt (13) is out of the smart stakes placed Hard Up mare Hard Lady. He is bred on the same Captain Al/Hard Up cross which produced classy sprinter Mainbrace.

Holly’s World (16) is a full sister to a four time winner. The filly is bred on the powerful Roberto/Sadler’s Wells nick, and she is from the same family as Horse of the Year Enchanted Garden.

The Captain’s Tune (25) is a half-brother to two winners, one of whom is Gr3 placed. He is out of the classy Gr3 winner Jet Danza, and thus combines the blood of two of SA’s best ever locally bred sires  -Captain Al and Jet Master.

Viking Chief (56) is a full brother to a winner. His dam won seven times, and this colt is bred on the same Captain Al/Fort Wood cross as classy filly Kindling and Fillies Nursery winner Wheredowego.

Paratus (60) is a half-brother to useful 3yo Belle Coco. His second dam won the Gr3 Southern Cross Stakes, and is a full sister to the dam of Derby winner, Winter Weather.

Alpeonie (64) is a half-sister to six winners, including the flying Gr1 sprinter, Poly Nation. Out of a four time winning Golden Thatch mare, this filly already has considerable paddock value!

The unnamed filly (119) is a full-sister to the top-class Gr1 performer Captain Scott, who won over R700 000 on the track. She is bred on the same Captain Al/Badger Land cross as champion filly Captain’s Lover.

Captain’s Dove (152) is a daughter of Captain Al and the very fast sprinter Blushing Dove. This nicely bred filly is a half-sister to the very talented Lion Tamer (now a sire), who placed in three of South Africa’s biggest races – Summer Cup, Met and July.

Captain Blackwater (169) is a half-brother to the exported Gr1 performer, The Assayer. The colt is out of a mare by legendary sire Danehill (also damsire of Frankel), whose influence on the modern thoroughbred continues to grow and grow.

Captain’s Castle (190) is a half-brother to six winners including Gr3 winner Market Cap. This colt is also very closely related to recent Gr3 Algoa Cup winner Disco Al (who is out of Studio Fifty), who appears in this horse’s third dam.

Captain Wildhorn (192) is a full brother to the useful, Gr1 performing juvenile Flaming Alice. His dam is by Elliodor, whose daughters have produced the likes of Aslan, Val De Ra, Cordocelli, and Trademark.

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Casey Tibbs

A rare opportunity to buy a horse by the now deceased Casey Tibbs. A consistent sire of high-class stock, Casey has sired high-class performers from distances ranging from 1000-2400m. He is best known as the sire of Equus Champions Big City Life and Festive Occasion. He has 1 lot on sale:

Electroshock (8) is a half-brother to three winners. He is out of a daughter of Gr1 winner All Fired Up and champion racemare Evening Mist, and is a descendant of South Africa’s most famous broodmare, Drohsky.

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Commands

One of Danehill’s best sire sons, the talented sprinter Commands has led the Australia sire of winners three years in a row.  His 60 plus stakes winners include no fewer than nine G1 winners, and Commands stands for a fee equivalent to R530 000. He has 1 lot on offer:

The unnamed filly (161) is a half-sister to the highly rated Matador In Red. The filly is out of a stakes placed daughter of Kentucky Derby winner Fusaichi Pegasus and NZ Oaks heroine Giovana.

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Count Dubois

A former Equus Outstanding Stallion, Count Dubois enjoyed fantastic season last year when represented by no fewer than five feature race winners. He is the sire of such outstanding Gr1 winners as Asylum Seeker, Zaitoon and Zeeno. He has 6 lots catalogued:

Count Dracula (41) is a colt out of a winning daughter of world leading broodmare sire Capote (damsire of US 2013 G1 winner Aubby K as well as leading sire Dixie Union). From a top family whose members include the record breaking G1 winner Authaal.

Mighty Luck (43) is half-sister to two winners, including the smart 3yo Mighty Var. The filly is out of the classy Gr3 winner Mighty Doll, from the family of outstanding fillies Dancewiththedevil, Mill Hill and Smart As Paint.

French Navy (73) is a colt out of a smart stakes placed daughter of the great broodmare sire Elliodor. His dam is a half-sister to three stakes horses, including the brilliant sprinter Disco Queen. Second dam is champion racemare Gypsy Silk (by Del Sarto whose daughters have done well with Count Dubois).

Tristia (88) is a half-sister to five winners, including talented Gr2 winner Red Rake. This filly is out of G1 SA Fillies Guineas winner, Saudies.

The unnamed colt (175) is a half-brother to four winners, including the talented G3 winner Depardieu. The latter is by a son of Zafonic (also the sire of Count Dubois), so this colt is a three parts brother to Depardieu.

First Sign (179) is a half-brother to two winners, including East Cape Derby runner up Neartic Dancer. By a Gone West line sire, this colt is from the family of Gone West line champion, Yard Arm.

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Danzero

A Golden Slipper winning son of the great Danehill, Danzero has been a consistently successful sire in Australia. His 40 stakes winners include another Golden Slipper winning champion in Dance Hero. He has 1 lot on sale:

The Night Away (157) is a filly out of a Fusaichi Pegasus mare,and is from the same family as champions Sky Beauty, Dayjur and Pine Island, as well as multiple G1 winners Point of Entry and Tale of Ekati. This is one of the best US families in the stud book.

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Dupont

A dual Guineas winner, Dupont is from the red hot Zafonic sire line. From limited opportunities, Dupont has produced such stakes horses as Magico, Depardieu, Lady Magpie and Due And Payable. He has 1 lot on sale:

Oyster Nut (178) is a filly  bred on the same Zafonic/Danzig cross as recent Breeders Cup winner Chriselliam. She is a half-sister to a winner, and from the same family as the very speedy Tippitt Boy.

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Dynasty

One of South Africa’s top sires, Dynasty looks to have a very strong contingent batting for this Cape Summer Season. His potential feature runners include such notables as Beach Beauty, Jackson, De Kock and Legislate. Always popular in the sales ring, Dynasty has 8 lots on offer:

War Declaration (12)  is a  colt out of a stakes placed Captain Al mare, whose third dam is the Gr1 winning juvenile Royal Glitter.

The unnamed colt (39) is a half-brother to a winner, out of a three time winning daughter of Royal Chalice. He is from the family of champion Golden Taipan.

Love Without End (76) is a three parts sister to feature race winner Himalayan Hill, and to 2 other winners. She is out of the smart, stakes winner Riviersonderend. From the same family as leading SA sire Var.

Alexis (85) is a filly whose dam is a half-sister to two stakes winners. The family of top-class G1 filly, Clear Creek.

Kalahari Queen (108) is a half-sister to a winner, out of a Gr3 placed winner of six. She is from the family of the high-class performer, Shooting Season.

David’s Dynasty (111) is a colt whose dam is a four time winning sister in blood to one of America’s greatest ever champions, and legendary sire, Sunday Silence.

Harvard Crimson (146) is a half-sister to 3 winners. She is out of a Badger Land four time winning half-sister to G2 winner Laurasian Express.

Venita (155) is a half-sister to 3 winners. This beautifully bred filly is out of a half-sister to champion filly, and from the family of top fillies In Camera, Tatler and Give Me Five.

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Elusive Fort

A champion son of the great Fort Wood (also the sire of successful sires Dynasty and Horse Chestnut), Elusive Fort won from 1300m to 2450, and earned over R2 000 000. He won three Gr1 features – the Horse Chestnut Stakes, SA Derby and Daily News 2000, and was an Equus Champion of his generation.He has 2 lots on offer:

The unnamed colt’s  (144) dam is a winning half-sister to the top-class G1 performer, Rushing Wind. From the great Normandy family of Fillies Guineas winner Yquem.

Dance In The Woods (145) is the only Elusive Fort filly on sale. She is out of a stakes placed winner of three, who is a half-sister to talented stakes winner, Prince Elliodor.

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Fort Beluga

An exceptional talented horse, Fort Beluga was described by trainer Sean Tarry was one of the best he had ever trained. Now deceased, there are few opportunities to acquire stock sired by this classy son of champion sire Fort Wood. He has 2 lots on sale:

Lady Of Luxery (38) is a half-sister to three winners, one of whom won seven. This filly is from the wonderful Enchanting family, responsible for such champions as National Currency, Harry’s Charm and Enchantress.

Flight For Fairness (149) is a filly whose dam is a three parts sister to Horse of the Year, and legendary sire, Jet Master. She is also from the family of star filly, Festival Of Fire.

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Go Deputy

The millionaire, Gr1 winning son of the great Deputy Minister has made a fine start to his stud career. From his first crop, Go Deputy came up with the high-class performers Changingoftheguard, Adobe Pink and Pessoa, while his 3yos include the now Dubai based Full Combat. He has 1 lot on sale:

Zora (132) is a filly whose dam is a winning half-sister to Horse of the Year, Yard-Arm. Her second dam Fashing was South Africa’s Broodmare Of The Year in 2003-2004.

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Goldkeeper

An exceptional sire, Goldkeeper’s progeny includes champion Battle Maiden, international superstar Tiza, and such G1 winners Give Me Five and Geepee S. He is also the sire of very promising Cape 3yo, Flying Comfort.He has 1 lot on offer:

Imperial Gold (20) is a full brother to three winners, one of whom is a G2 placed winner of four. This colt’s first two dams are stakes placed winners, and his dam was second in the Zimbabwe Oaks.

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Greys Inn

The former Equus Champion and July has made a superb start to his stud career. His first few crops have produced the likes of Derby winner Royal Bencher, Selangor Cup hero King of Pain and numerous other smart winners. His current 3yos include the brilliant and unbeaten colt Chekilli. He has 1 lot on sale:

Peach Delight (27) is a filly whose dam was a stakes placed winner of six. The filly’s dam is a sister to two other black type earners, and this is a highly potent South American female line.

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High Chaparral

One of Sadler’s Wells’ greatest sons, High Chaparral was a true champion, who won the Epsom Derby and two runnings of the Breeders Cup Turf. He is one of the world’s leading sires, with his offspring including such international superstars as So You Think, It’s A Dundeel, Wrote, and Toronado. He is also the sire of recent SA debut winner Tell Me More.He has 1 lot on sale:

The unnamed colt (191) is a half-brother to a winner, out of a stakes placed full sister to G1 winner and sire Shinzig. Second dam is multiple G1 winner Shindig, and this colt is bred on the potent Sadler’s Wells/Danzig cross.

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Horse Chestnut

Arguably the greatest racehorse ever bred in Africa, Horse Chestnut is a proven G1 sire overseas. He has also made a very pleasing start to his local stud career, with his first crop including such promising winners as Gold Prospector, Chestnut’s Rocket, Pistacchio and Set Your Sights. He has 3 lots on sale:

Westchester (1) is a colt out of a smart Western Winter mare who won three times. His second dam is the lightning fast Happy Harriett, and this is the family of last season’s Gr1 winning filly, Happy Valentine.

Valde Velox (6) is a half-brother to six winners. He is out of high-class racemare, who was a stakes winner of five, and is from the family of champion Breyani.

The unnamed filly’s (21) dam is a winning daughter of successful Brazilian sire Choctaw Ridge. Her second dam was a multiple stakes winner in Brazil, and this is the family of G1W Fantastic Dancer.

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Hussonet

One of the world’s great sires, Hussonet was champion sire seven times in Chile. Also a highly successful sire in Australia, Hussonet’s numerous high-class performers include Horse Of the Year Weekend Hussler, and G1 winners Host, Husson, Riaan and Wild Spirit. He has 1 lot on sale:

Sonetteer (183) is a filly out of a winning mare by champion US sire Elusive Quality. This filly is from a tremendous European family whose members include classic winning filly Virginia Waters and leading sires In The Wings and Dubawi.

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Indigo Magic

A beautifully bred son of Gone West and Oaks winner Lady Carla, Indigo Magic has made a name for himself the hard way. From limited opportunities, he has produced a Guineas winner (Go Indigo), top sprinter (Shades Of Indigo), and current classy 3yo Darling Moon. He has 3 lots on sale:

Diamondinthedark (24) is a half or full sister to 4 winners. Her dam is a daughter of top sire Al Mufti and G1 Paddock Stakes winner Model School.

Shadaloo (37) is a full brother to a multiple winner. Out of a mare who won three, the colt is from the family of Italian classic winner Good Times.

See You (134) is a filly from the great Let Kiss family. Her Elliodor dam is a three parts sister to the dam of last season’s Equus Champion 2YO Colt Kochka.

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Jay Peg

South Africa’s record breaking champion, who won both the Gr1 Dubai Duty Free and Singapore Airlines International Cup has made a sensational start to his stud career. Jay Peg’s first crop has produced graded winners in Flash Drive and Olympic Owen, and several eye catching debut winners, including facile recent winner Pegged For Glory.He has 12 lots on sale:

Unprobed Secret (4) is a filly out of a winning Rock of Gibraltar mare. A descendant of the great mare Natashka, this filly is from the family of Aussie classic winner Escado, and, further back, champion sire Elusive Quality. What a prospect!

Jaywalker (7) is a half-sister to a three time winner. Her second dam is an Epsom Oaks runner up – whose full sister to Epsom Oaks winner, Diminunedo. This choicely bred filly is inbred to the great sire Danzig.

Jay’s Favour (17) is a half-sister to a winner. She is out of a National Assembly mare who won four, making this filly another inbred to Danzig. From the family of SA legend, Hawaii.

The unnamed colt (32) is out of a winning dam who is a half-sister to the dam of a stakes winner. His second dam is a half-sister to multiple stakes performer and sire, Captain Corageous, and this is the wonderful Sister Sublime family.

The unnamed colt (63) is a half-brother to two winners. He is out of a Captain Al half-sister to two stakes horses, and this colt is intensely inbred to champion sire Al Mufti. From the wonderfully successful Helenita family.

The unnamed filly (71) is a half-sister to a winner. This filly’s stakes placed dam is a Jet Master full sister to G1 winner Little Miss Magic, and is from the same family as last season’s top-class 3yo, Silvano’s Jet.

Miss Melody (82) is a half-sister to two winners. She is out of a stakes winner of five, and hails from the family of multiple G1 winner, The Monk.

Music App (96) is a half-sister to three winners, who have won a combined 14 races. Her dam is a stakes placed Sportsworld mare, and this filly is inbred to the great Lassie Dear.

Circuit Court (168) is a colt whose winning dam is a Western Winter half-sister to Mauritius Horse Of The Year, Tabascorez. His second dam is a Sadler’s Wells daughter of classy performer Cherry Ridge.

Laws Of Succession (188) is a colt out of a winning Silvano mare. He hails from the wonderful “E” family, responsible for champions Elusive Fort, Empress Club and Rio De La Plata, to name a few.

The unnamed colt (195) is a half-brother to no fewer than 11 winners, including G2 Gold Bowl hero Eurovision and stakes winner U Aintseenothinyet.

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Jet Master

The greatest sire ever bred in South Africa, Jet Master died a few seasons ago, and this represents a rare chance to buy a horse by the sire of Pocket Power, River Jetez, Mythical Flight, J J The Jet Plane and Floatyourboat, to name a few. The six times champion sire has just one lot on offer – and he should prove very popular!

Royal Master (80) is a beautifully bred son of Gr1 winner Royal Fantasy (a full sister to Equus Champion Royal Aproval). The colt on offer is a half-brother to the high-class, stakes winning 2yo, Winter Fantasy.

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Judpot

No sire in living memory has made a more brilliant start to his stud career than Judpot. The blue blooded son of A P Indy and Miesque was named last season’s Equus Outstanding Stallion after his first 2yo crop produced 2 Gr1 winners and an Equus Champion. He has 5 lots on offer:

Mister Potter (22) is a colt out of a winning half-sister to a five time winner. The colt hails from the family of ill-fated Cape Guineas winner, Domino Man.

Judd’s Joy (101) is a colt, whose winning Al Mufti dam is a half-sister to two stakes winners, including PE champion Stormy Appeal. From the family of G1 winner Silver Arc, this colt is intriguingly inbred to Lassie Dear (dam of Al Mufti and second dam of A P Indy).

Judd’s Girl (105) is a half-sister to a winner of three. Her dam is a full-sister to Oaks winner Cyber Cento and smart stayer Oratory.

The unnamed colt (129) whose dam won three times and is from the family of smart performer Jewelcase.

Chestnut Chief (176) is a half-brother to seven winners, including ill-fated Gr1 Classic winner Divine Jury and brilliant current performer, Divine Jet. His dam is a G1 performer by A P Indy’s close relative Al Mufti.

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Kahal

KZN’s leading sire, Kahal is an exceptional stallion, who produces top horses year in and year out. His latest star is promising filly Sarasota, winner of the recent Gr3 Starling Stakes. The sire of 19 G1 horses, Kahal has 1 lot on offer:

Westerworld (128) is a half-brother to six winners, including multiple stakes winner West Coast Gold and the stakes performer West End Boy. Out of a mare by world leading broodmare sire Gone West, this colt is from the family of legendary sire Habitat.

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Kildonan

Forty Niner’s grandson was an exceptional racehorse. Kildonan was an unbeaten Equus Champion at two, and a record breaking Gr1 winner at three. He has gotten off to an eye catching start at stud – from just six runners, Kildonan has had four winners, a great strike rate in anyone’s book! He has 1 lot on sale:

Sacred Hills (15) is a half-sister to six winners, including stakes winning filly, Alvilda. Her dam was a stakes placed winner of four, and hails from the family of ill-fated SA G1 winner Big Brass.

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King’s Apostle

A top-class racehorse, King’s Apostle was one of the leading sprinters of his generation. He won two of Europe’s top sprints – the G1 Prix Maurice De Gheest and G2 Diadem Stakes. A grandson of Kingmambo, King’s Apostle is from the same family as Australian sensation, Atlantic Jewel. This is his first crop.He has five lots on offer:

Wayward (10) is a filly whose dam is a Western Winter stakes winning half-sister to last season’s Winter Oaks winner Schism. This choicely bred filly’s first two dams are stakes winners.

King’s Of War (70) is a colt out of a multiple winning daughter of emerging broodmare sire Casey Tibbs. Inbred to Casey Tibbs, this colt hails from the family of SA superstars Hawaii and William Penn.

Monetarist (107) is a half-brother to four winners. His dam, by leading broodmare sire Complete Warrior, is a half-sister to the stakes winners Wine of Origin and Lord Tattler.

Eagle’s Call (124) is a half-brother to a winner. His dam was a stakes placed winner of four, and is from the family of G3 winner, and top broodmare, Encircle.

Be at Peace (142) is a half-brother to the classy, Oaks placed, Beloved Betty. He is out of a Gr3 winning daughter of broodmare sire great Arch, and this colt’s first two dams are both stakes winners.

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Lake Coniston

The former champion sprinter and July Cup king is to be found in one of the world’s top performers of 2013 – Breeders Cup Turf winner Magician. Lake Coniston is also the sire of former sprint champion Continent, and smart local performers Purple Lake and Intimateconnection.  He has 1 lot on offer:

Loretta (18) is a filly whose winning dam is a half-sister to high-class sprinter, Midnight Serenade. The filly on offer is bred on the same Lake Coniston/Fard cross as Intimateconnection.

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Lateral

An exceptional juvenile, Lateral was a champion at two and three. He won the G1 Gran Criterium at two, and won or placed in nine of his ten outings. From the powerful Sadler’s Wells male line, Lateral is a son of the great Singspiel – a half-brother himself to Jet Master’s sire, Rakeen. This is his first crop. He has 2 lots on offer:

Big Kiss (150) is a colt whose dam, by Jallad, is a half-sister to Shoot The Booze as well as the dam of Pay The Piper and Lucky Find. This is the family of Equus Champions Kochka and Jay Peg.

Valerin (177) is a half-brother to seven winners, including the high-class G1 performer, Senor Versace. His dam, Donatella, was a multiple G1 winning champion.

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Latino Magic

A top-class racehorse, the ill-fated Latino Magic won or placed in no fewer than 11 stakes races. Winner of the G3 Meld Stakes, Latino Magic is from the family of two English Derby winners. From limited opportunities, Latino Magic has sired a number of smart winners, including impressive recent debut winner Keen On Magic. He has 2 lots on sale:

Mr Latino (104) is a colt, whose Elliodor dam is a half-sister to two black type performers. His second dam won five, and this is the family of this season’s promising 3yo Zobens.

The unnamed colt (125) who is out of a Galileo half-sister to the great champion Sun Classique, winner of the G1 Dubai Sheema Classic. His second dam is by world leading sire and broodmare sire Last Tycoon.

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Lundy’s Liability

An exceptional racehorse, the Blushing Groom line Lundy’s Liability won graded races in three different countries. His wins included the UAE Derby and Goodwood Hcp (now a G1 race). From limited opportunities, Lundy’s Liability has proven his ability with the likes of Zambuca, Splendid Sun and Not Liable to his credit. He has 1 lot on sale:

The unnamed colt (78) is a half-brother to 2 winners, one of whom won five. His dam is an Elliodor half-sister to a stakes placed winner of six, and this is the family of Not Now Darling.

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Mambo In Seattle

An exceptionally well bred horse, Mambo In Seattle is a Kingmambo horse out of a full sister to champion sire A P Indy. Also a three parts brother to leading sire Lemon Drop Kid, the stakes winning Mambo In Seattle was a G1 winner in all but name, losing the 2008 Travers Stakes by the shortest of short heads. This is his first crop.He has 9 lots on offer:

Grimace (11) is a half-sister to two winners. Her dam is a winning Goldkeeper half-sister to Gr3 winner Aquataine.

On My Wits Alone (14)  is a half-brother to the smart sprinter, Galaxy Gal. Out of a mare by Honor Grades (a half-brother to A P Indy), this colt is from the world class family of G1 winners Discreet Cat, Discreetly Mine and recent sales topper Awesome Maria.

Mambo In Mumbai (42) is a half-sister to 3 winners, one of whom (by Kingmambo son Parade Leader) won four. Inbred to the great Lassie Dear, the filly is out of a full sister to the G1 filly Kal Sufi.

Might In Seattle (62) is a half-brother to a winner. Out of a mare by Breeders Cup winner and leading sire In The Wings, this colt (inbred to the great mare Special) this colt is from the family of French 1000 Guineas winner Baiser Vole.

Peace Pact (103) is a half-brother to 2 winners, one of whom won nine. Out of a winning sister to a G2 winner in Australia, this colt (inbred to Nureyev) is out of a mare by the great sire, and broodmare sire, Zabeel.

Messenger John (110) is a colt whose dam (by Mambo’s relative Wolfhound) is a winning half-sister to a stakes placed winner of seven.  The colt is from the family of G1 winner African Appeal.

Mambo Square (114) is a half-brother to a winner. He is out of a full sister to the high-class stayer Jackson Square, and his third dam is Fillies Guineas winner and South African blue hen, Party Time.

Redemption (136) is a filly whose dam (by Mambo’s close relative AL Mufti) is a sister in blood to the Gr1 winner Gilded Minaret (by Al Mufti). This filly’s third dam is the top-class Dancing Champ mare, Chasing Gold.

The unnamed colt (163) is a colt whose winning dam is a Western Winter half-sister to G2 winner and sire War Lord and the dam of recently retired champion, Dancewiththedevil (like the colt on offer a descendant of Mr Prospector).

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Mogok

A Storm Cat half-brother to the hugely influential sire Machiavellian, Mogok has claims to being one of the best bred horses in the country. He has more than lived up to expectations at stud, with a host of stakes winners to his credit, including this year’s Arlington Million “winner” The Apache, and fellow international G1 winner Gypsy’s Warning. He has 3 lots on offer:

Pennington Sands (159) is a half-sister to five winners. The filly’s dam was a smart, stakes placed five time winner, and this filly is bred on the same Mogok/Foveros cross as G1 winner Orbison.

Elite Class (162) is a colt out of a useful four time winning mare. This colt is descendant of SA Oaks winner Tsessebe.

Canyoucancan (171) is a half-sister to two winners, including the G3 winner Master Of Note, and the useful Joyful Dancer. Bred on the potent Storm Cat/Blushing Groom cross, this filly is from the family of Derby winner Grande Jete.

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National Emblem

A great racehorse and leading sire, the now deceased National Emblem has exerted huge influence on the SA turf. His sons include three champion sprinters, and his son, Shea Shea, has been a tremendous ambassador overseas, winning this year’s G1 Al Quoz Sprint. The sire of over 60 stakes horses, including 10 individual Gr1 winners.He has 2 lots on sale:

Protea  Power (151) is a colt, whose dam is a three time winning full sister to G3 winner Boston Globe. This colt’s second dam has produced no fewer than five stakes horses, and this is the family of Broodmare of the Year First Lisa. A colt with an interesting pedigree, he is out of a mare by Counter Action, whose second dam Lisa Belle is the fourth dam of this colt on sale.

Emblem Of Gold (158) is a half-brother to 2 winners, including the very talented sand performer Taptap Makhatini. His dam is a three parts sister to former J&B Met winner Alastor.

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Oracy

One of the best horses of his generation, Oracy won his first five races in a row, including the G2 Dingaans and G2 Gauteng Guineas. He is by legendary sire Zabeel, whose successful sire sons include Greys Inn, Savabeel, Octagonal and Reset (sire of the 2013 Caulfield Cup winner). Oracy hails from a top-class family which includes top-flight filly Sea Siren. This is his first crop. He has 1 lot on offer:

Demosthenes (117)  is a colt, whose dam is a winning half-sister to G2 Merchants winner Sharks Bay. Inbred to the mighty Sir Tristram, the colt hails from the family of Aus G1 winner Mirjulisa Lass.

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Parade Leader

An outstanding racehorse himself, Parade Leader is a proven sire. His offspring includes people’s champion Pierre Jourdan, star juvenile Laverna, and former Summer Cup winner, Rudra. He has 1 lot on sale:

Sweet Parade (57) is a half-sister to 2 winners, including the stakes placed Gianduja. She is out of a winning daughter of Rich Man’s Gold and the stakes winning mare, Sweet Seduction.

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Rebel King

One of three champion sprinters sired by National Emblem, Rebel King was a tough and top-class racehorse who raced at the highest level from 2 to 5. Winner of over R2 000 000 during his racing career, Rebel King made an excellent start with his first 2yos last season. Last season’s joint leading first crop sire by winners has 8 lots on sale:

Rebel’s Game (3) is a colt out of a stakes placed daughter of champion broodmare sire Northern Guest. His second dam is dam of G1 winner Fez (by Rebel King’s sire National Emblem), so this colt is a brother in blood to Fez.

The unnamed colt (5) is a half-brother to impressive debut winner Trip Tease. His dam is a Complete Warrior half-sister to a stakes placed winner of six, and this colt is from the same family as speed balls Casey Cool, Legally Blonde and Nobely Born.

The unnamed colt (9)  is a colt bred to by a champion sprinter. Both his sire and damsire, Goldmark, were exceptional sprinters. The colt’s second dam won three, and this is the family of G1 winner Legally Blonde (like the colt on sale a male line descendant of Danzig).

Forest Lawn (95) is a half-sister to a winner, out of a winning daughter of top broodmare sire Qui Danzig. Closely inbred to Danzig, this filly is from the family of top-class filly, Lemon And Lime.

The unnamed filly (113)  is a half-sister to a winner. Her dam won four, and, by world leading broodmare sire Saumarez, is a full sister to the stakes winning Omega Code.

West Wind Ode (127) is a half-sister to a winner, from the family of Cape Derby winner Western Rocket.

Bushfighter (166) is a half-brother to 2 winners. His Fort Wood dam is a daughter of Oaks winner Gleaming Sky, and this is the world famous La Troienne family, whose immediate members include champion sire Caerleon.

Leroy (170) is a half-brother to nine winners, including the stakes placed Rebel Chief, and Girlish (dam of impressive debut winner Trip Tease). This speedily bred colt is from the family of G1 winners Nobely Born and Legally Blonde.

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Right Approach

A G1 winning son of Machiavellian (like world leading sire Street Cry), Right Approach is a proven sire whose offspring include the brilliant Whiteline Fever, and other stakes horses Fantastic Mr Fox, Approachable, and Green Keeper. He has 5 lots on offer:

Route One (36) is a half-brother to 3 winners, including the useful Laurel Canyon. His dam is a stakes placed mare, from the family of SA legend Horse Chestnut.

Ruby Ruby (83) is a half-sister to seven winners, one of whom won five. Her dam, who won three, is by Wolf Power – also broodmare sire of US Horse of the Year Wise Dan.

Divine Fortress (115) is a half-brother to 3 winners, out of a four time winner by champion broodmare sire Fort Wood. His dam is closely related to stakes winners Syon, Hundred Acre Wood, and Noblewood.

A Bit Of Alright (122) is a filly out of a winning granddaughter of the great champion Vesta. The latter won seven races including the G1 Champion Stakes.

Kent Rock (153) is a full brother to a winner. His dam is an own sister to eight time stakes winner, Champagne Preview.

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Sail From Seattle

A beautifully bred son of Gone West, Sail From Seattle has gotten off to a flying start with his first runners. Recently represented by a hatrick of winners at Durbanville, Sail From Seattle’s first crop includes champion Seattle Storm, Gr1 contender Tommy Gun, and the unbeaten, and now exported, My Nephew Eric. He has 3 lots on sale:

Celtic Sail (23) is a filly out of Breeders Cup champion Kalanisi. Her third dam is another Breeders Cup winning champion – Royal Heroine.

Aquabuoy (90) is a colt out of a winning daughter of successful broodmare sire Rambo Dancer. The colt’s second dam is by SA legend Hawaii, and he is from the family of G1 winner Gran Bastian.

Pacific Coral (165) is a colt out of a winning mare, whose second dam is a three parts sister to G1 winning Rodoille, and a full sister to the dam of former Cape Guineas hero Pointing North.

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Scarlet Letter

A lightning fast horse, Scarlet Letter died after just a brief stint at stud. He is a son of the legendary Danehill, whose sire sons include Redoute’s Choice, Dansili, Danehill Dancer, Rock of Gibraltar, and Flying Spur. He has 2 lots on sale:

Warning Crescent (133) is a half-sister to two winners. She is out of high-class, stakes winning mare Ziggy Stardust, and is from the family of classy, nine time stakes winner El Pescadoro.

Red Haze (148) is a half-brother to 2 winners, one of whom was a stakes placed winner of eight (and, like the lot on sale, is by a Danzig line horse). This colt is bred to fly – as his close relatives include no less a luminary than champion sprinter, Mythical Flight.

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Seventh Rock

A superb racehorse, Seventh Rock is the only horse ever to defeat champion Argonaut. Winner of the G1 Gold Medallion at two, Seventh Rock is a son of leading sire Rock Of Gibraltar, and his first two dams are both G1 winners. His first crop has been immensely popular thus far. He has 8 lots on sale:

Rock Art (26)  is a filly out of an unraced Jallad mare, who is from the family of numerous stakes winners, including Joyous Dancer, and Joyful Harry.

Seventh Brother (47)  is a half-brother to four winners, one of whom won ten, as well as the dam of promising Cape 3yo Simonsberg. His dam, by world leading broodmare sire Nuryev, is from the family of the great mare Korveya (dam of classic winners Hector Protector, Bosra Sham and Shanghai).

Cosmic Code (66) is a colt out of a mare who won five. Like champion Beach Beauty, this colt is out of a mare by Capture Him. This colt’s second dam was a stakes placed half-sister to high-class 2yo Jason’s Thread.

Seven Oceans (99) is a half-brother to a winner. His dam was a stakes winner of six races, and this is the family of top miler Brief Truce (winner of the St James Palace Stakes).

Supersonic Rock (102) is a half-brother to the useful stakes placed Ex Unitate Vires (like the colt on offer a descendant of Danzig). Out of a four time winning Jallad mare, this colt is from the family of champion Bush Telegraph.

Signore Ugo (116)  is a colt out of a winning Fine Edge mare, from the family of high-class Danzig line descendants Grand Format (November Hcp) and National Dance.

Malta Rocks (120) is a colt bred to be anything. He is out of the fast G1 mare Valeta (by Var), who is a half-sister to the July placed Chesalon. His second dam is the Gr1 winning mare, Sarabande.

Seventh Virtue (185)  is a filly whose dam is a full sister to Guineas winner and champion sire Captain Al. Her second dam, Off To War, was broodmare of the year, and is also the dam of another Guineas winner – Shadow Dancing (herself dam of G1 winner Thunder Dance). This filly’s value could be anything!

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Silvano

Last season’s runaway champion sire, Silvano has established himself as a truly great stallion. His latest star is recent Gr3 Graham Beck Stakes winner Whistle Stop, while other stars sired by Silvano include German Derby winner Lucky Speed, and local G1 winners Bold Silvano, Do You Remember, Vercingetorix, Heavy Metal, Martial Eagle, and Happy Valentine. He has 8 lots on sale:

Count Silvano (58) is a half-brother to two winners. His dam won two, and second dam is an Elliodor half-sister to Dingaans victor Special Squad (a three parts brother to this colt’s dam).

Flaming Spirit (67) is a full sister to a multiple winner. She is out of a three parts sister to a high-class juvenile stakes winner, and is from the family of the classy stakes winner King Kaul.

Miracle Molly (131) is a filly out of a three time winning half-sister to stakes winner, Running Wild. The filly is bred on the same Silvano/Jet Master cross which produced Derby winner Silvano’s Jet.

Alroy (138) is a colt, whose dam is a winning Western Winter half-sister to the G1 winning siblings The Sheik and AL Nitak. Second dam, multiple stakes winner Jessamine, was a former Broodmare Of The Year.

Adana (139)  is a full brother to a winner, and a half to another. Out of a mare by world leading sire Elusive Quality, this colt is from the family of Miesque, and her offspring Kingmambo, East of the Moon, and leading SA sire Judpot.

Sarabino (140) is a colt out of a mare by the great broodmare sire Royal Academy. Inbred to Nijinsky II, this colt is from the family of one of Nijinsky II’s greatest sons, Lammtarra.

The unnamed filly (141) is a half-sister to two winners, one of whom won ten! This filly, who is from the same family as champion War Woman, is bred on the same Silvano/Al Mufti nick as champions Bold SIlvano and King’s Gambit

Fleetfox (160) is a half-brother to a stakes placed winner of four. From the great Enchanting family, responsible for champions National Currency, Laverna and Harry’s Charm, this colt is bred on the potent Silvano/Blushing Groom cross which produced the likes of Martial Eagle, Heavy Metal and Tellina.

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Snitzel

Sire of this year’s Cox Plate winner Shamus Award, Snitzel is one of Australia’s most popular and exciting young sires. Currently Australia’s second leading sire, Snitzel has sired G1 horses from three of his early crops. A son of the great Redoute’s Choice, Snitzel has 1 lot on sale:

Preoccupation (164) is a filly out of a four time winning daughter of champion sire Encosta De Lago. This filly is bred like champion Musir (who is by Redoute’s Choice out of an Encosta mare). She is from a world-class family whose members include G1 winning juvenile and sire, Naaqoos (like the filly on offer a Danzig line horse).

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Tiger Ridge

A half-brother to the great A.P. Indy, Tiger Ridge has been a success both in North America and South Africa. Sire of the first US trained horse to win at Royal Ascot, Tiger Ridge’s local progeny includes Equus Champion Cherry On The Top, Summer Cup hero Wagner, and millionaire Kavanagh. He has 4 lots on offer:

Tigress Poem (34) is a filly, whose dam is a three time winning Silvano half-sister to 3 G1 winners. This filly’s second dam, Loyal Linda, was a former Broodmare Of The Year and this is the family of high-class performer, Snowdon.

Tygerhoogte (106) is a half-brother to four winners, including the stakes performer Arboreal. His dam is a half-sister to talented G3 winner Legal Mission, and this is the family of Horse Of The Year Enchanted Garden.

Belle Juliette (147)  is a filly bred on the same Tiger Ridge/Fort Wood cross as champion Cherry On The Top. Her dam was third in the SA Oaks, and third dam is the G1 winner Saintly Lady.

Tigre Libre (189) is a colt out of a Model Man half-sister to Paddock Stakes victress Emblem Of Liberty. Second dam is by world leading broodmare sire Kendor, and is a half-sister to US G1 winner Approach The Bench.

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Toreador

A G1 son of Danehill, Toreador is a consistent sire of smart winners. His recent winners include the talented Prince Jazeem, as well as the eye catching debut winner Darkness. Other smart sorts by Toreador include G1 winner Link Man and Merchants winner Jackodore. He has 3 lots on offer:

Honey Bear (29) is a colt whose dam is a half-sister to two stakes horses. This is the famous Saturna family responsible for such stars as Kiss Of Peace, Harry Hotspur and recent stakes winner Top Jet.

Northern Horizons (46) is a half-sister to a winner, out of a mare who won seven. Her second dam is a Model Man half-sister to the high-class Phantom Talk, winner of the Langerman.

The unnamed filly (173)  is a full sister to impressive debut winner Darkness. She is out of the stakes winning Jallad mare, Dark Amber,  and this is the family of ill-fated Guineas winner Face North.

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Trippi

A sensational sire both in US and South Africa, Trippi daughters proved very popular at the Keeneland November Sale. The sire of numerous high-class performers including Equus Nominee For The Lads, Trippi’s runners have been firing locally lately and his current 3yos include the likes of Mysterio, Lanner Falcon, Cape Sugarbird and the Dubai based Journeyman.  He has 13 lots on sale:

Grim Reaper (2) is a colt out of the classy G2 placed Encosta De Lago mare, Galaxy Gal. From a wonderful family, this colt’s relatives include the red-hot US sire, Discreet Cat.

Powertrip (35)  is a half-sister to a winner. She is out of a stakes placed winner of four, and is from the family of Oaks winner Carolera.

Zambezi River (40)  is a full brother to the smart performer River Trip. His dam is by legendary US broodmare sire Seeking The Gold, and this is the family of unbeaten Epsom Derby hero Lammtarra.

Dolly Madison (49)  is a filly out of a mare by Royal Anthem (also damsire of this year’s Belmont Stakes winner). The filly’s dam is a half-sister to two stakes horses, and this is the family of Kentucky Derby winner and champion, Big Brown.

Palinode (61)  is a colt out of a winning mare by Giant’s Causeway (also damsire of Soft Falling Rain). An exceptionally well bred individual, the colt is from the family of champion, and leading sire, Chief’s Crown, and Kentucky Derby winning filly Winning Colors.

Cotton Candy (65) is a half-sister to a three time winner. She is out of the smart stakes placed mare Pewter, who won six. This filly is from the wonderful Lily family whose members include Villandry, Vega, Ravishing and recent winner Dynastic Power.

Ellen Luyddog (69)  is a half-sister to four winners, including the smart, stakes winning sprinter Charming Lady. Out of a Northern Guest mare, this filly hails from the family of champion Canyon Creek.

Sunset Tripp (72) is a half-sister to a winner, out of a Fort Wood daughter of Met winner Imperious Sue. This filly’s dam is a half-sister to G1 winning filly Imperious Star, and this is also the family of current smart winner, Big Cat.

Jeweller’s Joy (74)  is a filly out of a winning Badger Land half-sister to a stakes winner. From a great filly family, lot 74 is related to champion distaffer Breyani.

Among The Stars (94) is a half-sister to a winner, out of a Jallad sister to an SA Oaks runner up. From a the family of 11 time stakes winner Shots Are Ringing.

Triple Beat (109)  is a half-brother to three overseas winners. He is out of a stakes winning mare by Lomitas (sire of Silvano), and is from the family of Roi Lear.

Ha Lucy (154) is a filly out of former Equus Champion Bold Ellinore, whose 7 wins included the Gr1 Garden Province Stakes. Bold Ellinore is a full sister to ill-fated G1 performer, Emperor Napoleon.

Again Sam (184) is a half-brother to a useful multiple winner. He is out of the well bred, winning Encosta De Lago mare Encora De Lago, from the family of numerous Australian stakes winners.

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Var

One of South Africa’s best sires, Var is the sire of numerous high-class and speedy offspring. His best son is dual Horse of the Year Variety Club, while Var is also the sire of champion fillies Via Africa and Val De Ra, as well as G1 winners August Rush, Contador and Villandry. He has 4 lots on sale:

Varlo (19) is a half-brother to 2 winners, one of whom is stakes placed. The colt is out of the speedy G3 winning Dominion Royale mare, I’m Like Hello, and is bred to be extremely fast!

Zinnavar (51) is a half-brother to a three time winner by Mellifont. His dam is a winning half-sister to a Castle Tankard winner, and this is the family of champion Special Preview.

Varlotone (100) is a half-sister to a five time winner. This filly is bred on the same Storm Bird/Fappiano cross as star fillies Storm Song and Penelopa, and this is the family of Storm Bird (Var’s male line ancestor) himself.

How Var (156) is a filly bred to fly. Her Goldkeeper dam is a winning half-sister to former Nursery winner Divine Forest, and this is the family of star, Gr1 winning sprinter Simonside.

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Way West

A fast G3 winning son of the great Danehill, Way West has produced a number of high-class sprinters from very limited opportunities. The sire of star fillies Waywest Goddess and Extra Zero has 1 lot on sale:

The unnamed filly (55) is  out of the classy G3 performer, Nightstalker, a winner of three. The filly is from the family of champion Network Edition (like the filly on offer, a male line descendant of Danzig).

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Western Winter

He may be gone but Western Winter will not be forgotten soon! The great sire is responsible for two of South Africa’s most talented, and talked about, equines – Capetown Noir and Red Ray. Western Winter’s other stars include Winter Solstice and Yard-Arm, both named Horse of the Year. The former triple champion sire has 4 lots on sale:

Brutal Force (53) is a colt who is bound to attract attention! He is a full brother to former Ready to Run graduate, and Guineas favourite, Red Ray, as well as the G1 winner Nania and stakes winner Valor Red. This smashing colt is also a half-brother to the multiple stakes winner Adobe Pink, and calls multiple G1 winner Set Afire a close relative.

Karelia (121) is a filly out of a winning daughter of the stakes winner Over Flame. She too hails from the same family as Red Ray and Set Afire, as well as July winner and champion, Royal Chalice.

Amundsen (143)  is a colt, whose dam is a daughter of champion sire Silvano and SA Oaks winner Lambarina. This colt is from the great Party Time family, whose descendants include G1 winners Morisco, Trademark and Let’s Rock ‘n Roll.

Eternal Winter (181) is a half-sister to two winners, including this season’s smart 3yo Eternal Jet. Her dam is the top-class Easyjadeasy, a G3 winning half-sister to champion, and sire, Elusive Fort. This is the great “E” family responsible for the likes of Empress Club and Ecurie.

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Windrush

The son of Seeking The Gold was responsible for the winner of Africa’s richest sand race in 2013, In A Rush. A proven sire, Windrush’s previous stars include Equus Champion Mother Russia, the flying filly Diana’s Choice, and G1 sprinter, Rushing Wind. He has 9 lots on offer:

Chivalrous Cheetah (30)  is a half-brother to a multiple winner. He is out of a four time winner by Machiavellian – also broodmare sire of international stars Shamardal, Dark Angel and Zoffany.

Legal Force (33) is a half-sister to two winners. She is out of a winning half-sister to G1 winner Legality and G3 winner Precedent, and second dam is the high-class stakes winner, Legal Find.

Moonsong Magic (50) is a filly, whose dam is a half-sister to British G1 filly Treat. She is from the family of high-class overseas performers Membership and Enharmonic, to name a few.

To Life (54) is a colt out of a winning daughter of world leading sire Medicean. The colt’s from a cracking Aga Khan family, whose members include this season’s star Godolphin filly Tasaday.

The unnamed filly (84) is a girl who looks bound to attract attention! She is a full sister to Equus Champion Mother Russia, a 13 time winner who earned over R5 000 000 during her career. Mother Russia’s wins included the G1 Queen’s Plate and G1 Paddock Stakes – two of South Africa’s most sought after races.

Sheltered (91) is a half-sister to a winner, out of a four time winning mare. Her dam is a full sister to multiple champion Hide Out,  and a three parts sister to multiple G1 winner Gold Tax.

The unnamed colt (97) whose stakes winning dam is a three parts sister to the dam of Windrush’s greatest offspring – Mother Russia. This is also the family of Horse Of The Year Winter Solstice and Derby winner Bravura.

Shirley’s Time (172) is a half-sister to two winners, one of whom is a black type placed winner of two. The filly’s dam is by world leading sire, and broodmare sire, Mr. Greeley.

Yalu (174) is a half-brother to two multiple winners. The colt’s dam is a winning daughter of Horse of the Year Fantastic Light and the 20 time stakes winner, Mixed Appeal.