Another record-breaking edition of the Limburg Foal Auction

25 September 2024

In a time when such achievements are far from guaranteed, the Limburg Foal Auction has once again set a new benchmark, breaking its record for the average price. Nearly 80 foals were sold at the Peelbergen Equestrian Centre, fetching an impressive average of €11,550. The Aganix du Seigneur son, U Can Do It by Nature, claimed the highest price of €36,000.

The first part of the auction saw more modest prices, but the forty foals sold in the second half elevated the average to new record heights. Notably, a large number of riders and high-level sport stables made significant investments in the carefully selected foals.

Aganix du Seigneur
The top bid of €36,000 went to U Can Do It by Nature, bred by Stan and Daan Creemers, and was purchased by a Dutch investor. Another offspring of Aganix du Seigneur, Adore Vinio MB, bred by Maarten Brands, achieved an impressive price of €32,000 and was secured by an American buyer. For €30,000, the Carthago filly C U Again S Z, bred by Nico Schulpen, and Uptown Girl D (by Cornet Obolensky), bred by Jan Pen, were sold to buyers from the States and Turkey. Investors from Ireland, Finland, Canada, Germany, and the United Kingdom also acquired foals in this 24th edition of the Limburg Foal Auction. “It started off a bit slow, but we are thrilled with these results. Last year’s auction seemed difficult to surpass, yet we have managed to do so with a sense of pride. I’m particularly pleased that so many top level riders placed their trust in this auction by purchasing one or more foals. This greatly increases the likelihood that we will be hearing much more about these foals in the future,” said Paul Hendrix.

Resounding success
Overall, this edition provides every reason to reflect on the auction with great satisfaction. This Friday, the online edition of the Limburg Foal Auction will conclude, where another 56 foals will go under the virtual hammer.

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