The strong demand for New Zealand-based first season sires continued into the second day of Book 2 at New Zealand Bloodstock’s 94th National Yearling Sale Series, with kiwi stallions currently leading the sire charts.
Rich Hill Stud’s first season sire Vadamos is leading sire by average in Book 2 (three or more sold), with six horses sold at an average of $79,583 after two days of selling.
Another first season sire, Highview Stud’s Wrote also featured prominently throughout the day, with the second-highest average in Book 2 of $58,000 representing five horses sold.
In a new sales format, the third and final day of Book 2 will commence Friday morning at 11am with Lot 1041 to 1150 going under the hammer.
Following the conclusion of Book 2, Book 3 will commence directly after selling with Lots 1151 to 1265 going through the ring on Friday afternoon.
All horses purchased at Karaka this week are eligible for the lucrative Karaka Million Series with two $1 million races available for graduates as two and three-year-olds, plus the $100,000 CollinsonForex Karaka Cup for the duration of their career.
Nominations must be received by 5pm Tuesday 3 March 2020.
