Waikato Stud News
From track to trail: Savabeel’s Kal El walks Australia
Kal El, a versatile off-the-track thoroughbred sired by Savabeel, is part of an epic trek across Australia. Alongside his rider, Stephanie, he’s navigating over 5,300 kilometers, showcasing the endurance and adaptability of Savabeel’s bloodline. This journey highlights the incredible bond between horse and rider, covering rugged landscapes with determination.
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Break for Savabeel’s top sprinting son
I Wish I Win to spell following a below-par performance in The TAB Everest.
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Another winning cheque for Overdrawn
Overdrawn, who is part-owned by Waikato Stud, purred along in the trail under Matt Cartwright and once into the clear he was too good in the run home at Ellerslie on Saturday.
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Missoni makes her mark
Ocean Park’s daughter Missoni (ex Fashionably) turned her form around in fine style at Wingatui on Friday afternoon with a determined performance to score over 1600 metres. The Robert Dennis-trained four-year-old had been successful on …
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The Corner with Garry Chittick
From the upcoming Everest race, the power of music, particularly Neil Diamond’s “Sweet Caroline”, and Peter V’landys’ impact on NSW sports. He discusses race status issues, personal connections with horses, and the influence of sires like Super Seth and Savabeel at Waikato Stud, ending with appreciation for his work.
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Wishy ready to go one better in Everest
I Wish I Win, trained by Peter Moody and Katherine Coleman, will represent New Zealand in The Everest at Randwick, seeking redemption after last year’s runner-up finish. With a favorable barrier nine, breeder Mark Chittick is optimistic about the gelding’s chances, citing better race conditions and excitement from Trackside Media’s support.
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Harry follows proud family tradition
Harry Chittick, 18, continued his family’s auction legacy at the Inglis Ready2Race Sale, selling a Super Seth colt for A$240,000 to Hong Kong trainer Ricky Yiu. The colt, Lot 15, is a half-brother to winners and from the prestigious Thorn Park bloodline. Chittick described the experience as “nerve-racking.”
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Savabeel 5YO back in fine style
Fresh legs carried talented Savabeel five-year-old Poison Chalice to an impressive opening victory of his spring campaign at Caulfield this afternoon.
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Smart 3YO strikes again in HK
Super Seth’s three-year-old Patch Of Cosmo continued his winning form in Hong Kong, securing another victory at Sha Tin over 1,200 meters. Trained by Manfred Man and ridden by Luke Ferraris, Patch Of Cosmo was bred by Waikato Stud and sold for $230,000. He’s the first foal of Savabeel mare Thee.
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The Corner with Garry Chittick
This is a very emotive time of the year for we tragics who love being part of our Thoroughbred industry. I wonder if industry is a correct description of our sport. I say emotive because …
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Teamwork and good people – the story of Posy and her foal
Swift teamwork and expert care turned a challenging day into a memorable one as Posy, the dam of Atishu and Mazzolino, survived a difficult foaling. Thanks to Matamata Vet Services’ emergency Caesarean, both Posy and her filly foal are safe, marking her first live foal in three years.
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Farm yarns: Mike Rennie
The farm’s about to go at absolutely full noise because foaling’s going hard, breeding barn’s going hard, the yearling yards are about to kick into full gear. So, it’s as busy as we’re going to get as an overall farm. There’s 43 staff on at the moment, and we’re actually prepping six of ours towards a Ready to Run Sale in November too.
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