Meet International Model Esther de Jong
This original four-episode series follows international model Esther de Jong as she sells her first horse at Keeneland's prestigious September Yearling Sale. Courtesy of ABR.
September Yearling Sale
News, Articles, Videos and other content about September Yearling Sale
Tattersalls Pleased with Part II Session
The strong demand earlier this week in the record-breaking Tattersalls Ireland Part I September Yearling Sale continued into the Part II session Sept. 24 with strong action seen in the sale ring throughout the day.
Ryan Goes to $320,000 for Twirling Candy Colt
A colt from the second crop of Twirling Candy sold for $320,000 during the sixth session of the Keeneland September yearling sale Sept. 20 in Lexington.
Hips to Watch: Keeneland September Day 3
Keeneland's 12-day September yearling sale, which runs from Sept. 14-26 (with a dark day Sept. 17), features a number of horses with noteworthy pedigrees or intriguing backgrounds.
Super Saver Primed for Success
Super Saver's first crop began attracting attention at the 2013 yearling sales. His foals have only improved since then and have now placed the 2010 Kentucky Derby winner at the top of the freshman sire list.
Keeneland Redesigns September Sale Format
Keeneland sales officials March 13 announced a redesign of the format for the 2013 September yearling sale, to be held Sept. 9-20.
Tattersalls Ireland Sept. Sale Enjoys Gains
The positive trends from the opening session of the Tattersalls Ireland September yearling sale continued into day two. The auction ended Sept. 26 with increases in its gross, average price, and median price.
$1.3 Million Big Brown Colt Named Darwin
A Big Brown -- Cool Ghoul colt that was the most expensive 2-year-old in training sold this year at public auction has been named Darwin.
September Sale Ends; Median Equals Record
The Keeneland September yearling sale crossed the finish line of its marathon run Sept. 21 in Lexington with average and median prices that increased for the third year in a row.
Divine Park Colt Tops Session at Keeneland
Divine Park colt brings $110,000 to top the 10th session of the Keeneland September yearling sale Sept. 20. With one session remaining, business has remained strong compared to year-ago numbers.
Keeneland's Sept. 15 Session Posts Huge Gains
The strong pace continued Sept. 15 at the Keeneland September yearling sale, with double-digit gains in gross, average, and median.
A.P. Indy Era Ends at September Yearling Sale
A.P. Indy's last offspring have been sold at the Keeneland September yearling auction, ending an era in the Thoroughbred marketplace.
Keeneland September Sale Resilient So Far
Market is stable during books one and two of the auction's catalog even without great support from John Ferguson and the absence Besilu Stables.
Market Stable Through Sept. Sale's Day 4
The Keeneland September auction completed its first four days - books one and two of the sale's catalog - with more seven-figure horses than in 2011's entire auction.
Prices Surge on Third Day of September Sale
Boosted by a $1.55 million son of Bernardini, the Keeneland September yearling sale in Lexington enjoyed an upbeat third session. The gross, average price, and median price all rose.
$1.3 Million Big Brown Colt Nears First Start
The $1.3 million Big Brown colt that was the most expensive 2-year-old in training sold this year is nearing his first career start, according to Demi O'Byrne, a member Coolmore Stud's buying team.
Keeneland September Sale Day 2 Wrap
Esther Marr recaps the second session of the Keeneland September Yearling Sale. Sponsored by Taylor Made Sales Agency. Watch Video
Average, Median Rise on Sept. Sale's Day Two
A $700,000 Tapit colt topped the session, which marked the beginning of book two of the Keeneland auction's catalog following an opening select session.
Keeneland September Sale: Walt Robertson
- By Esther Marr
Esther Marr asks Walt Robertson, Vice President of Sales for Keeneland, on how the select session went at the Keeneland September Yearling Sale. watch video
Keeneland September Kicks Off With Increases
The select portion of Keeneland's September yearling sale had fewer horses and was shorter this year, but it generated some impressive financial fireworks. Five horses commanded seven-figure prices.
Sept. Stars: These Select Horses Could Shine
Here is a list of horses in the Keeneland September sale's select session that could command the big bucks.
Last A.P. Indys on Offer at September Sale
Marking the end of an era in the Thoroughbred marketplace, the final yearlings by A.P. Indy are being offered at public auction.
State-Breds Entice Keeneland Yearling Buyers
Yearlings from New York, Pennsylvania, and other states with casino-fueled purses prove attractive at Keeneland September yearling sale.
Yearling Market Roars Through Book Three
Keeneland September yearling sale shows continued strength during its seventh session with 35.9% rise in gross, 37.8% in average, and 26.5% in median over 2010 figures.
Trainer Makes Go of It Under Economic Cloud
Stephen Lyster, a 26-year-old Kentuckian, is trying to build a racing stable at a time when many economic indicators are down. But his family background and appreciation of the horse have him committed to the business.
Shadwell Gets Dynaformer Colt for $725,000
A Dynaformer colt produced from a grade III winning mare was purchased by Shadwell Estate Company from the Three Chimneys consignment for $725,000 during the first day of the Keeneland September yearling sale in Lexington.
September Yearling Videos Ready for Viewing
Videos of horses walking, which were produced by ThoroStride for the Keeneland September yearling sale, are available for viewing at Keeneland's website, www.keeneland.com, and ThoroStride's website, www.thorostride.com.
Tattersalls Ireland Sept. Sale Has 542 Horses
Tattersalls Ireland has cataloged 542 horses for its September yearling sale. The auction will be held Sept. 20 and 21 near Ratoath in County Meath.
4,319 Yearlings Cataloged for Keeneland Sale
Keeneland officials Aug. 10 announced that 4,319 horses have been cataloged for its September yearling sale, to be held Sept. 11-24.
Looking Ahead: The Edward P. Evans Dispersal
One of the biggest events of the 2011 Thoroughbred auction season will be the complete dispersal of stock owned by the late Edward P. 'Ned' Evans. Lane's End will consign the more than 200 horses.
Evans Dispersal Catalog Available Online
The catalog for the Edward P. Evans Estate's complete dispersal is available online at Keeneland's website.
Keeneland Sale Remains Stronger
Through day 13, the Keeneland September sale average is tracking 7.8% ahead of 2009 and the median to date has doubled.
Foreign Influences Felt at Keeneland
Every year, the Keeneland September yearling sale is saturated with foreign buyers wishing to add some prominent North American bloodlines to their respective racing industries, and this year's auction has been no exception.
A Day in My Life at Keeneland September
- By Esther Marr
A behind-the-scenes look at a day-in-the-life of a reporter at the Keeneland September yearling sale. Read Blog
Last Storm Cat Sale Offspring Brings $285,000
The last Storm Cat offspring to ever sell at auction brought $285,000 at the Sept. 13 session of the Keeneland September yearling sale. She was bought by Chiefswood Stables from Denali Stud, agent.
Brothers Gives Keeneland Trainer's Viewpoint
As a member of the auction firm's inspection team, he helped Keeneland select which horses would be showcased during the September yearling sale.
Multimedia Coverage Set for September Sale
Live coverage of the auction's first two sessions can be seen on HRTV.
Keeneland to Offer New Sale Technology
Keeneland is unveiling several new technological innovations for its upcoming September yearling sale, including an industry-first online catalog page that will allow customers to access more information than before.
Keeneland September Sale Has 4,857 Yearlings
Keeneland has cataloged 4,857 horses for its September yearling sale. The number, which declined for the second year in a row, is down 6.4% from 2009's total of 5,189 and represents a 12.6% decline from the 2008 record 5,555.
Keeneland Adopts New Format for Fall Sale
Keeneland announced March 5 a major format change in its marathon September yearling sale, which will begin with two selected sessions of 100 horses each selling during night sessions Sept. 12-13.
Giant's Causeway Colt Tops Keeneland Session
A $260,000 colt by Giant's Causeway out of the millionaire Smoke Glacken mare Smok'n Frolic highlighted the Sept. 22 session of the Keeneland September yearling sale, which has continued to be negatively affected by the downturn in the Thoroughbred market. Bought by All the Rage Partners, the dark bay or brown colt was consigned by Adena Springs, agent.
Session 2: September Sale's Hot Prospects
Here is a list of horses that consignors and buyers think could be standouts Sept. 15 during the second session of the Keeneland September yearling sale in Lexington.
Crunching the Keeneland September Numbers
The number of horses cataloged to the 2009 Keeneland September yearling sale fell 6.6%, from an all-time high of 5,555 for the auction last year to 5,189. According to Geoffrey Russell, Keeneland's director of the sales, the weakening of the Thoroughbred market in general -- because of problems within the horse industry and economic difficulties around the world -- was an important factor in the decline.
$1.1-Million Filly Resold Privately
A $1.1-million Medaglia d'Oro filly that topped the fourth session of the Keeneland September yearling sale was resold privately by Keeneland officials to celebrity chef Bobby Flay Sept. 13 after the original purchaser and his client were unable to provide sufficient proof of credit, according to Keeneland vice president Harvie Wilkinson.
Live Coverage Planned for September Sale
Keeneland Productions and HRTV are partnering to provide live coverage of the opening two days of the September yearling sale, September 8-9, which are select sessions.
Tattersalls Ireland Moves Sale
The Tattersalls Ireland September yearling sale will be Sept. 23 and 24.
Graves: Safety Net Smaller at Keeneland September Sale, but Middle Market Will Be Strong
Brian Graves, director of public sales for Gainesway, said the market was good through the Keeneland September yearling sale's first four days, and he looks for it to be strong and more consistent over the weekend and early next week.
Scharbauer Returns to Keeneland September Yearling Sale; Buys $1.4 -Million Filly
Clarence Scharbauer Jr., whose family raced Horse of the Year and Kentucky Derby (gr. I) winner Alysheba, is back after an 11-year-absence from the Keeneland September yearling sale.
Van Nistelrooy Colt Tops Sunday Keeneland Session
A colt by Van Nistelrooy brought a top price of $75,000 Sunday during the next-to-last session of Keeneland's record-breaking September Yearling Sale.
Keeneland Sale on Record Pace After Strong Sixth Session
After a dazzling start to the second phase of Keeneland's September yearling sale Saturday, the trend continued Sunday as numbers eclipsed last year's figures in all categories.
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