How much did Billy Slaters horse sell for at Magic Millions?
COVID barely registered for bloostock buyers as they bolted out of the gates on the opening day of the Magic Millions yearling sale on Tuesday with one horse fetching a staggering $1.9 million.
What horse won the Magic Millions?
The latest Queensland-trained Magic Millions Classic winners are Le Chef (2015) and Houtzen (2017). Notable fillies to win the Magic Millions 2YO Classic include Coolangatta (2022), Away Game (2020),Exhilarates (2019), Sunlight (2018), Houtzen (2017), Driefontein (2012), Karuta Queen (2011) and Military Rose (2010).
How do you get a horse in Magic Millions?
Anyone can attend any Magic Millions Sale and seating is unrestricted. They are public auctions and you are free to bid on any lot, as long as you have the finance available. You are quite free to ask an attendant to bring a yearling out of its stable for inspection by you, your adviser or your veterinary surgeon.
What horse won the 2021 Magic Millions?
Shaquero Alpine Edge
Magic Millions 2YO Classic Winners
| Year | Winner | Second |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | Shaquero | Alpine Edge |
| 2020 | Away Game | Stellar Pauline |
| 2019 | Exhilarates | Dubious |
| 2018 | Sunlight | Fullazaboot |
What horses does Billy Slater own?
After retiring in 2018 the multiple NRL premiership fullback went full throttle into Slater Thoroughbreds with the broodmare Inishowen, in foal at the time to Wandjina. The resulting horse, Inner Spirit, has raced twice for a pair of minor placings on the provincial circuit.
Who won the 2022 Magic Millions?
Coolangatta
Coolangatta has won the 2022 Magic Millions 2YO Classic (1200m) at the Gold Coast for trainers Ciaron Maher and David Eustace and jockey James McDonald. It was a thrilling finish to the 2022 edition of the Magic Millions 2YO Classic (1200m) as classy filly Coolangatta held off Russian Conquest to score.
Who won the slipper?
Gary Portelli is now a dual Golden Slipper winning trainer thanks to a brilliant upset in the $5 million two-years-old classic on Saturday by his progressive filly Fireburn. Fireburn was brilliant winning the 2022 Golden Slipper Stakes for Gary Portelli in Sydney. Photo: Steve Hart.
Are horse syndicates worth it?
Many people choose horse racing syndicates because they work out more cost-effective than owning horses outright. In some cases, you may be able to make stable visits to see your horse up close! Some of the biggest and most celebrated prize winners have come from syndicate ownership and stables.
How much do race horses cost?
Racehorses are very costly investments. Just purchasing one will set you back an average of $75,000, though some sell for several million and others can be purchased for just a few thousand. No matter what you paid initially, you can expect to shell out several thousand more each month for upkeep and training.
Who owns the horse Coolangatta?
About the horse
| Foal Date | 23 Oct 2019 |
|---|---|
| Trainer | Ciaron Maher & David Eustace |
| Owner | J A O’neill, A Kheir, B D Nettlefold, D Edmonds, Ms K L Solomon, V Kheir, Carty Racing (Mgr: B C Carty), Mrs D A Bourne, Group 1 Bloodstock (Mgr: M P Becker), A P Scafidi, Yes Bloodstock & Solscaf Racing (Mgr: A J Scafidi) |
| Total PM | AUD $1,794,000 |
Who won 2022 Magic Millions?
Where does Billy Slater live now?
After retiring from the NRL in 2018, Billy moved to a farm with his wife of 12 years, Nicole, and their two children, daughter Tyla, 12, and son Jake, 10, a year later. ‘Every morning the kids get up and feed the horses before they do homeschooling,’ he told Stellar On Friday.
Why choose Magic Millions?
It’s about the sales, it’s about the races and it’s about Summer on Queensland’s stunning Gold Coast. Graduates of our sale ring have been dominating winners’ stalls, producing 16 Group 1 victories and 162 stakes wins in Australia during the 2014-15 season, proving Magic Millions is the leading source of stakes winners in the country.
What makes the Magic Millions Gold Coast raceday so special?
The Magic Millions Gold Coast Raceday has everything from high glamour and fashion to high stakes. For the fourth year, our celebrated $2 Million Jeep Magic Millions 2YO Classic will carry the ground-breaking $500,000 Magic Millions Racing Women’s Bonus .
What is the $2 million Jeep Magic Millions 2YO Classic?
For the fourth year, our celebrated $2 Million Jeep Magic Millions 2YO Classic will carry the ground-breaking $500,000 Magic Millions Racing Women’s Bonus . All lots within our catalogue are eligible to be nominated for the Magic Millions Race Series, making the Gold Coast the best place to source your next superstar.