Thoroughbred writer Pete Denk shares his experience covering North American Thoroughbred auctions and racing.

Tuesday, February 17, 2009

Freshman sires at OBS Feb

It is only one breeze show, so it's far from the big picture, but I thought three freshman sires made strong showings at Friday's breeze show down here in Ocala.

Here is the hip-by-hip video link. And here are a few of the key works to check out from the freshman sires:

As a Grade 1 winning juvenile by Storm Cat, it should be no surprise if Consolidator's foals are quick and early, and that's exactly what hips 86 and 119 appear to be, with an emphasis on quick.

Roman Ruler (Fusaichi Pegasus) was well-represented by the freakishly fast colt hip 72.

Hips 95 and 38, fillies by Grade 1 winner Purge (sorry, no conformation picture in the stallion directory), turned in what I thought were two of the best breezes in the sale.

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