Swordplay (3f Shalaa x Adviso (Street Cry)) for Bjorn Baker. Newcastle race 2
MM Gold Coast Yearling Sale Vendor: Arrowfield Stud, Scone, NSW (As Agent); Buyer: Satomi Oka Bloodstock (FBAA)/Omen Bloodstock $150,000
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Shalaa - New Winner
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