International Intrigue in Matchmaker Stakes
An international field of fillies and mares is set for the 47th running of the $150,000 Matchmaker Stakes (gr. IIIT) for 3-year-olds and up at Monmouth Park July 28.
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| Trainer | H. Graham Motion |
|---|---|
| Jockey | Elvis Trujillo |
| Owner | Flay, Bobby, Cowan, Irving M. and Weisbord, Barry L. |
| Breeder | T. E. Pocock |
Pedigree
| Julie's Love (GB) View Five-Cross Pedigree | Ad Valorem | Danzig |
| Classy Women | ||
| Skimmia (GB) | Mark of Esteem (IRE) | |
| Sitara (GB) |
Auction History
| Sale / Hip | Type | Buyer | Consignor | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| TATDEC2008 Hip 1314 |
Weanling | Stringston Farm | ($24,269) | |
| TATOCT2009 Hip 779 |
Yearling | Manfred Hofer | Stringston Farm | $24,957 |
| ARQARC2011 Hip 39 |
Racing or broodmare prospect | Mario Hofer | ($40,161) | |
| KEENOV2012 Hip 223 |
Racing or broodmare prospect | Denali Stud, agent | ($220,000) |
Prices in parentheses indicate a horse did not sell because it did not meet its reserve price.
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