Lot 85, Hurricane Harry (SAf) (Trippi) topped the Nov. 4 Emperors Palace Ready to Run Sale when selling to Nic Jonsson for R2.3 million (US$162,598/£124,152/€142,448). Consigned by Summerhill Sales, the bay is a half-brother to Grade 1 winner and young Summerhill stallion Rabada (SAf) (Brave Tin Soldier). The colt was one of five lots to bring R500,000 (US$35,347/£26,986/€30,962) or more from 89 lots sold of 104 catalogued. The 2-year-olds grossed R16,715,000, with an average of R187,809 (-18.5%). Down by 13.3%, the median was R130,000.
“It was a resounding success whose performance exceeded our expectations by some way,” said Bloodstock South Africa's Gary Grant. ” We are also seeing a trend of increased participation from foreign buyers which is heartwarming for both our vendors and BSA.”
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