More Investments by Yu Long at Oaklands

Victorian newcomer Yu Long Investments dominated Friday’s Inglis December Sale buying the three highest priced racing lots at Oaklands.

Chivalry (Street Cry) won the Group 3 McNeil Stakes at Caulfield and topped proceedings at $150,000.  Initially purchased by Mark Kavanagh for $280,000 at the 2013 Gold Coast Magic Millions, he is from Group 3 Blue Diamond Preview winner World Peace (Danehill).

Next down the leader-board was Godolphin homebred 3yo colt Astley (Exceed And Excel) for $115,000 and the Godolphin 4yo gelding Shards (Medaglia D’Oro) who won last year’s Group 3 Up & Coming Stakes at $70,000.

“Chivalry (pictured) is a long-term Chinese breeding prospect, but he will likely race here first,” Yu Long Farm manager Scott Williamson said.

“Astley looks a very progressive horse and we will assess Shards before making a decision.”

Friday’s sale grossed over $1.38 million at an 88% clearance rate and average of $14,149.

Godolphin was the leading vendor, selling all 11 lots including Astley and Shards, for an aggregate of $410,000.  Lindsay Park Racing also sold all of its 11 lots.

“The response from buyers was fantastic – especially Yu Long,” Inglis Victorian manager Simon Vivian said.

“We appreciate the support of all our vendors but a special mention to Godolphin and Lindsay Park Racing who bought big drafts and enjoyed a perfect clearance rate.”