Demand remained strong on the third day of the October Five Sale on October 19, showcasing the first half of Part 2 of the catalog. A total of 132 (85%) of the 156 cubs offered were sold for an average of €26,852 (US$26,441) and an average of €22,000 (US$21.663). Turnover for the day amounted to €3,544,500 ($3,490,322).
Son of Adlerflug Knocked Down for $123,089
Two lots of the late Adlerflug were included in the catalog, one of which was from Marco Bozzi, who had the final say of 125,000 euros ($123,089) for the pony (Lot 398) from the warrior’s granddaughter. Classic Flute Wins, a dual type 1 winner in the United States. He was deposited by Haras d’Ombreville.
“I think he’s one of the prettiest horses out there – I really like him!” Marco Bozzi said. “He’s from Adlerflug, a stallion that I particularly like, and comes from a good family. I bought him for Mr. Frassetto, who won this afternoon at Deauville. We hope to have a good time. combine victory with this one!”
Marco Bozzi Bloodstock made a total of four purchases to become the lead buyer in terms of sales with total sales of €236,000 ($232,393) with an average price of €59,000 ($58,098).
$103,395 for the Craftsman’s Daughter
Signed by Haras du Mont dit Mont, daughter of Master Artisan (Lot 372) was knocked down for €105,000 ($103,395). Nicolas de Watrigant (Mandore International Agency) signed the book for his half-sister with a very talented girl Zagora won the Breeders’ Cup Filly and Mare Turf (G1T) and Diana Stakes (G1) awards in 2011.
Mastercraftsman consigned lot 372 in the ring at Arqana Sale
The rep said, “She is a lovely chubby Mastercraftsman with a great physique. She comes from a very nice family that we know well. She is coming to America and we hope. she’ll do just as well as her aunt!”
Daughter of Zarak Sold for $90,593
Paul Nataf highlights the popularity of the Aga Khan Studs steed going up to 92,000 euros ($90,593) for Lot 404, a daughter of Zarak from a full sister to multiple groups of 1 winner Meanre deposited by Haras de Grandcamp.
Haras de Grandcamp sold seven annuities with a total value of €234,000 ($230,423), with an average price of €33,429 ($32,918), making it the top consignor to date.
The sale continues on October 20 at 2pm (local time) with the second half of Part 2 of the catalog.
During the last three days of sale, 379 461 units passed the sales round (82.2%) with a total turnover of 22,499,500 euros (22,155,595 USD). Good with an average price of €59,365 ($58,457) and an average of €40,000 ($39,388).
This press release has been edited for content and style by the BloodHorse Staff.
