Equestrian Community Witnessed Iconic Into Mischief Command Attention in Recent Equine Auction

Every year, from all parts of the world, the famous auction horse house attracts several equestrian enthusiasts. When some of the best-bred horses are put on display, the potential buyers invest without a care about prices. One of the oldest auction companies in North America, Fasig-Tipton, conducts a Yearling sale in Kentucky. Operating year-round, the Kentucky office takes pride in its sales. Since it drives the highest average price out of all breeding stock sales, it tops the list. However, the October sale of Kentucky also demands attention for its successful conclusion.

On Tuesday, October 24, the Fasig-Tipton Kentucky October Yearlings Sale held its second session. The retired thoroughbred and active sire Into Mischief smiled in pride as his sired pair of colts took the win.

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At the Newtown Paddocks in Lexington, Ky, in a room full of suspense, the buyers gave tough fights to each other. Usually, an auction event boasts buyers placing competitive bids to grab the best horse for themselves. Another factor behind choosing a particular equine is the parent horse’s winning streak or equine history. It’s no surprise that Jesse Longoria and Brunsen placed their hands on the best pair.

Hip 714, the offspring of the late Bernardini, got sold at a whopping $500,000 each. Bernardini, the 2006 Travers Stakes and Preakness stakes passed away in 2021, leaving the equestrian world in mourning. However, Hip 714, as a worthy heir, looks forward to a successful equine career. On the other hand, Hip 788, sired by Into Mischief, grabbed the attention of Donato Lanni and Madaket Stables. They bought him at $500,000 as well.

After a pleasant day in Kentucky, President Boyd Browning said, “It was another solid session today, a continuation of the same trends that we’ve seen throughout the yearling sales season. It’s nice to have a $500,000 late in the session and there’s still a lot of people here in attendance.” Besides these two starlets, some other colts need special mention as well.

The top session prices

Top McCrocklin bagged Uncle Mo’s filly Hip 669 with $380,000. The Kentucky-bred filly hails from a star family of G1 winners Emcee, Constitution, and Awesome Humour. On the other hand, DJ Stable from the consignment of Anderson Farms bought Medaglia d’Oro’s filly Hip Hip 414 with $350,000. With not much of a difference in the prices, the Ontario-bred equine belongs to G2 winner Big Runner’s family. Another Into Mischief sired colt secured the fourth place when M&T Racing bought it for $325,000.

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The Tuesday session witnessed a total sale of $12,856,500 owing to the sale of 260 yearlings. Browning said, “(There’s a) great crowd, plenty of action, plenty of bidders. We’re looking forward to doing it again tomorrow and Thursday.” The third session awaits another thrilling day on October 26.

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