In this edition of the Gazette, we have a chat to Jayne Ivil, mounting yard specialist and well known representative of Racing.com.
We discuss the value of NZ-bred horses, introduce an exciting new colt by Lope de Vega, catch up with one of our owners and reflect on the Deauville Sales in France. All that and much more!
A CHAT WITH JAYNE IVIL
“I like a horse who is content and relaxed on race day, one that handles the pressure of competition and I also love horses who are great walkers who cover ground effortlessly. I think that gives you a really good indication of how they cover the ground in a race and how they might feel to ride.”
VALUE… THE KIWIS HAVE IT!
“New Zealand breeds around 3,500 thoroughbreds each year. Around 10% of those will go to Karaka Book 1 in January, New Zealand’s top sale. The high majority, however, will be either sold locally or retained by the breeder in the hope that they can command a good price once broken in and trialled. Agents and Australian and Hong Kong trainers watch these trials like hawks in the hope they can spot the next I’m Thunderstruck, Verry Elleegant or Humidor.”
