People at MM National Weanlings Day 2

Breednet - Friday May 21

It’s been dubbed the “best ever” National Weanling Sale at the Gold Coast so let’s hear from some of those involved.

The Day 2 Sale topper by I Am Invincible colt from the Kitchwin Hills draft

Magic Millions Managing Director Barry Bowditch wraps the sale.

Rosemont Stud’s Ryan McEvoy on some of their purchases.

James Bester after his purchase of a $100,000 Saxon Warrior colt.

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John Kenneally from Erinvale Thoroughbreds after their $475,000 So You Think colt’s sale.

Suman Hedge on some of his purchases.

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