Thoroughbreds Dominate Steeplechase Racing!

The Thoroughbred breed of horses have been bred for centuries for horse racing, and they dominate the steeplechase races. There are a variety of breeds used in steeplechase racing, but the Thoroughbred is the clear favorite.

Thoroughbreds are bred for their athleticism and endurance, and they are able to navigate the difficult terrain of a steeplechase course with ease. They are also fast and powerful, making them a formidable opponent in any race.

Steeplechase racing is a challenging sport that requires both horse and rider to be in top form. The Thoroughbreds have proven themselves time and again to be the best horses for this type of racing. If you want to see some truly impressive feats of athleticism, then be sure to catch a steeplechase race featuring Thoroughbreds!

The Top Ten Thoroughbred Racehorses of All Time!

There have been some amazing Thoroughbred racehorses throughout history, but which one is the best of the best? We're here to countdown the top ten!

10. American Pharoah

American Pharoah was a magnificent racehorse, winning 18 of his 21 career starts, including the prestigious Triple Crown in 2015! He was truly a horse for the ages.

9. Zenyatta

Zenyatta was an incredible mare, boasting an astonishing record of 19 wins from 20 starts! She was also the only female racehorse to win the Breeders' Cup Classic – a true champion.

8. Cigar

Cigar was one of the most successful racehorses ever, winning 16 consecutive races at one point! He was a dominant force in the late 1990s and early 2000s.

7. Man o' War

Man o' War is considered by many to be one of the greatest racehorses of all time. He dominated racing in the early 1920s, winning 20 of his 21 starts. He's a true equine legend.

6. Seattle Slew

Seattle Slew is another horse that needs no introduction – he's arguably one of the most famous racehorses ever! He won all but one of his 14 career starts and took home Horse of the Year honors in 1977. What an amazing athlete!

Australia's Thoroughbred Breeding Industry on the Rise!

The Australian Thoroughbred breeding industry is currently on the rise, with a strong focus on quality over quantity. Breeders are looking to create champions, and there is plenty of prize money on offer to incentivize them.

This was highlighted recently when Winx became the first horse in history to win $20 million in prize money. The mare has earned an amazing $22,682,800 during her career, with her owner Peter Vela already confirming that she will race again in 2019.

Winx's success has boosted the profile of Australian racing around the world, and this is likely to have a positive impact on the breeding industry as well. Foreign breeders are now taking a greater interest in Australian bloodlines, and this should result in more horses being sent Down Under for breeding purposes.

Australia has always produced some excellent racehorses, but the current boom in the breeding industry is really starting to pay dividends. Several stallions are currently enjoying strong demand, with average prices reaching new highs.

Casual Rambo is a prime example of this. He was recently sold for an impressive $570,000 at the Inglis Easter Yearling Sale, smashing his previous record price by $100,000. This demonstrates just how much confidence breeders have in Australian bloodlines right now.

So what is behind this resurgence in the breeding industry? There are several factors at work here, including:

• The increasing popularity of Australian racing around the world
• The high quality of our racehorses
• The lucrative prize money on offer
• The improving infrastructure and facilities across Australia

Thoroughbred Sales Numbers Reach Record High at Keeneland!

The Keeneland September auction ended with another banner year. The total amount of sales reached a record high of $306 million. This marked an increase of 14.7% from the previous year and was fueled by increases in all three segments of the market: horses selling for less than $20,000, horses selling for between $20,000 and $100,000, and horses selling for more than $100,000.

The number of horses sold also increased from the previous year. A total of 6,769 horses were sold at this year's auction, up from 6,532 in 2017. The average sale price increased by 12.6% to reach $45,561 per horse. The median sale price increased by 16.4% to reach $30,000 per horse.

The highest-priced horse at this year's auction was a filly named Playful Affair who sold for $2 million. She was purchased by Stonestreet Stables LLC and is a daughter of War Front out of the mare Playful Act. This was the first time that a horse has been sold at Keeneland for more than $2 million.

In addition to the record high sales numbers, there were also several other notable transactions that took place during the auction. Ben Glass purchased an incredible 23 horses for more than six figures each, including a colt named Llego who was purchased for $1 million. Shadwell Estate Company Ltd bought 19 horses while Coolmore America LLC bought 18 horses.

The success of this year's auction can be attributed to several factors: strong performances by equine athletes across all disciplines; increasing interest in Thoroughbreds from foreign buyers; and the overall strength of the U.S. economy. The market is expected to continue to grow in 2019 as more and more people become interested in buying Thoroughbreds as investment vehicles.

California Chrome Officially Named World's Top Thoroughbred Raceman

California Chrome has been named the world's top thoroughbred racer for the year 2017, by the International Federation of Horseracing Authorities (IFHA).

The announcement took place at a special awards presentation at Churchill Downs Racetrack in Louisville, Kentucky. California Chrome was represented by his co-owner, Perry Martin.

In making the presentation, Martin said: "This is a great honor for California Chrome and all of us who have been part of his career. We are very proud that he has been recognized as the top thoroughbred racer in the world."

California Chrome won six races from eleven starts in 2017, earning more than US$6.3 million in purses. His victories included the Dubai World Cup (G1), Pegasus World Cup Invitational Stakes (G1), and Awesome Again Stakes (G1). In recognition of his outstanding achievements, California Chrome was also voted the Eclipse Award for Outstanding Older Male Athlete.

California Chrome is now retired from racing and enjoying a well-earned retirement at Taylor Made Farm near Nicholasville, Kentucky.