ADB Newsletter: Karaka Kick Off

AD Bloodstock Launches at Karaka

It's been a successful launch at the prestigious 2025 New Zealand Bloodstock Ready To Run sales at Karaka this week for AD Bloodstock and I'm thrilled to update you on the latest acquisitions under the ADB banner.

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Karaka Market Insights

Karaka was no easy feat this week with the New Zealand Bloodstock’s 2025 Ready to Run Sale reaching record-breaking levels, underscoring the ongoing strength and global demand for NZ-prepared horses thanks to the success of recent graduates from this sale in Group 1 winners Ceolwulf, Mr Brightside, Antino, Feroce, Gringotts, War Machine, War Monger and Pulchritudinous.

Key Sale Highlights:

• Record aggregate: NZD $41.4 million

• Record average: NZD $156,255

• Record median: NZD $100,000

• Top lot sold for $825,000 (Zoustar colt)

• Strongest middle market ever recorded, with broad buyer participation from Australia, Hong Kong, and broader Asia

AD Bloodstock Results:

Despite fierce competition and record prices, AD Bloodstock successfully secured three well-bred prospects on behalf of clients at exceptional value:

Lot 11, Noverre x Ocean Fleet filly

Secured for private clients in partnership with trainers Troy Corstens & Will Larkin of Malua Racing – NZD $60,000

Lot 40, The Autumn Sun x Phyllis Maud colt

Secured for Brimac Racing in partnership with trainers Trent Busuttin & Natalie Young – NZD $120,000

*shares available

Lot 437, Circus Maximus x Lips Of An Angel gelding

Secured for trainers Troy Corstens & Will Larkin of Malua Racing– NZD $45,000

*shares available

Each were carefully selected for type, athleticism, breeze-up performance and long-term commercial upside — very satisfying outcomes in what proved to be one of the strongest sale rings in NZB history!

Some small shares may still remain in both The Autumn Sun colt and Circus Maximus gelding so please reach out if you'd like information on how to become an owner in either, or.

As ADB continue's to grow it's presence out of Karaka and beyond, I remain committed to providing exceptional bloodstock services and look forward to connecting with you all again in the new year, starting at the Magic Millions January Yearling Sale, and exploring new opportunities together.

As always, I am available for personalised consultations to help you achieve your thoroughbred investment and business goals, and look forward to keeping you updated on opportunities ahead.