Lexington, Kentucky, October 23, 2025
News Summary
The third session of the Kentucky October Yearlings Sale achieved remarkable results, grossing $19,546,500 and surpassing the previous record. A Candy Ride colt was the standout sale at $850,000, showcasing the heightened demand for thoroughbreds. With a total of 821 yearlings sold thus far, the auction reflects a significant increase in sales and price averages, indicating a robust thoroughbred market in Kentucky. The final session is expected to further elevate these trends.
Lexington, Kentucky – The third session of the 2025 Kentucky October Yearlings Sale produced record-breaking results on Wednesday, as the total gross reached $19,546,500, eclipsing the previous single-session record established earlier in the week. This surge in sales highlights the growing demand and enthusiasm for thoroughbred yearlings in the market.
The standout sale of the day came from a colt by Candy Ride (ARG), designated as hip 843, who sold for $850,000 to DJ Stable. This colt, consigned by Gainesway, is out of Unrivaled Princess, a daughter of the multiple Grade 1 winning millionaire Unrivaled Belle and a full sibling to champion Unique Bella. The colt was bred in Kentucky by Liberty Road Stables, making it a prized addition for its new owner.
Fasig-Tipton President Boyd Browning characterized the day as “fantastic”, noting significant increases in both average prices and total gross sales, marking a positive trend in the thoroughbred auction business. The overall number of yearlings sold during the three sessions now stands at 821, generating a cumulative total of $53,177,500. This represents a substantial 25.6% rise compared to last year’s total of $42,325,500 for 820 yearlings.
The average price for yearlings at the sale has seen a notable increase of 25.5%, climbing to $64,772 from $51,616 the previous year. Furthermore, the median price also showed remarkable growth, maintaining at $30,000, reflecting a 50% increase over last year’s median of $20,000. The RNA (Registered Not Available) rate for this session was reported at 19.7%.
The final session of the Kentucky October Yearlings sale is scheduled for Thursday, commencing at 10 AM. Anticipation remains high as buyers and sellers engage fervently. The session also produced other noteworthy sales, including a filly by Nyquist (hip 861) and a colt by Justify (hip 897), each achieving a sale price of $500,000. Leading the buyers for the session was Mahmud Mouni, who acquired six yearlings totaling $1.36 million.
The average sale price for Wednesday’s session reached $72,127, representing almost a 47% increase from the same session last year. The session concluded on a high note with the final sale of a filly by Uncle Mo (hip 1200), which fetched $200,000.
Market strength has been attributed to heightened confidence among buyers and sellers, coupled with an improvement in the quality of yearlings being offered at sale. As the final session approaches, the industry remains optimistic about further achievements in equestrian sales.
FAQ
What was the total gross for the third session of the 2025 Kentucky October Yearlings Sale?
The third session grossed $19,546,500, setting a new single-session record.
What was the top sale price for a yearling during the session?
The top sale was a colt by Candy Ride (ARG) that sold for $850,000.
How many yearlings were sold in total during the three sessions?
A total of 821 yearlings were sold through the three sessions.
When is the final session of the sale scheduled?
The final session is scheduled to begin at 10 AM on Thursday.
Key Features
| Feature | 2025 Kentucky October Yearlings Sale |
|---|---|
| Total Gross | $19,546,500 |
| Top Sale Price | $850,000 (Candy Ride Colt) |
| Total Yearlings Sold | 821 |
| Overall Total Gross | $53,177,500 |
| Average Price | $64,772 |
| Median Price | $30,000 |
| Total RNA Rate | 19.7% |
| Final Session Start Time | 10 AM on Thursday |
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Additional Resources
- Paulick Report: Candy Ride Colt Tops Third Session of Fasig-Tipton Kentucky October Yearling Sale
- BloodHorse: Candy Ride Colt Tops Day 3 of Fasig-Tipton October
- Thoroughbred Daily News: 850k Candy Ride Colt Tops Fiery Penultimate Session
- BloodHorse: Half Sister to Tumbarumba Brings 400k at F-T October
- Racing Post: Record Opening Day of Fasig-Tipton Kentucky October Yearlings Sale
- Wikipedia: Thoroughbred
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Thoroughbred
- Google Search: Thoroughbred Yearlings Auction
- Google Scholar: Thoroughbred Sales
- Google News: Kentucky October Yearlings Sale
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