The highest sales since 2006 At the Keeneland

At the Keeneland September yearling sale, a Curlin colt, a full brother to Grade 1 winner Clairiere, sold for $5 million to Whisper Hill Farm, marking the highest price for a colt at this sale since 2006. Tuesday's session saw 16 yearlings sell for over a million dollars, contributing to a total gross of $64 million, with an average price of $611,038 and a median of $475,000.

Overall, 204 horses sold for a total of $119.6 million during the event, a slight increase from last year. Keeneland's vice president highlighted the vibrant atmosphere at the event, and the improvements made to enhance the experience for buyers and sellers. Whisper Hill was the top buyer of the day, spending $5.3 million for two horses.

The session featured several notable purchases, including a $1.75 million colt by Into Mischief and several others selling for $1 million or more. Keeneland's leadership emphasized their commitment to elevating the sales experience and the sport itself through continued investments in facilities.