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Ready to race in one of the world’s most thrilling arenas? Bourbon Lane Stable is excited to announce that our 2025 New Zealand Racing Partnership is now open—and you can be part of it!
Our managing partners and bloodstock agents, Mike McMahon and Jamie Hill, will be heading to New Zealand next week to join our trainer, Stephen Marsh, for the prestigious Karaka yearling sale and the exciting Karaka Millions Night. This is an incredible opportunity to acquire top-tier yearlings and race in one of the most competitive racing environments in the world!
Why Join Our Partnership?
By joining our 2025 Bourbon Lane New Zealand Racing Partnership, you’ll have the chance to be part of a team committed to success on the track. Our experienced team is dedicated to selecting and developing horses that have the potential to compete at the highest level.
The Growing Recognition of New Zealand Racing
International racing, and American racing in particular, is just starting to appreciate the exceptional quality of New Zealand's racing and breeding programs. We are proud to have established ourselves as the only American-based ownership group in New Zealand, and our early success has not gone unnoticed. This has led to exciting new opportunities for our stable, including a groundbreaking partnership between 1st Racing and New Zealand Thoroughbred Racing.
For more details on this exciting collaboration, check out this article: New Zealand Thoroughbred Racing and 1st Racing Partnership.
Trainer Stephen Marsh
We are proud to have Stephen Marsh, one of New Zealand's leading trainers, overseeing the training of our New Zealand runners. With multiple Group One wins to his name, Stephen has established himself as a top-tier trainer in the region. His team works out of the Cambridge Jockey Club, Australasia’s largest training center, which boasts exceptional facilities for conditioning horses, including a state-of-the-art polytrack and swimming pool.
Expanding Opportunities for Our Partners
At Bourbon Lane, we regularly have the opportunity to sell to Australia and Hong Kong—markets where demand for quality horses is exceptionally high. These offers often far exceed our total investment in any given year, providing significant returns for our partners.
Key Dates
January 25, 2025: The TAB Karaka Millions Night at Ellerslie Racecourse in Auckland. Three of our runners will compete in major stakes races:
Bourbon Empress: Racing for $1 million in the Elsdon Park Aotearoa Classic.
Bourbon Proof: Running for $1.5 million in the TAB Karaka Millions 3YO.
She’s Untouchable: Running for $250,000 in a Grade 3.
These races are the highlight of New Zealand's racing calendar, offering thrilling competition and significant rewards.
January 26-28, 2025: The Karaka 2025 - Book 1 yearling sale. This premier event is the perfect place to acquire young talent, with sessions starting at 10:00 AM NZT each day.
January 29-30, 2025: The Karaka 2025 - Book 2 yearling sale. Continuing the search for exceptional yearlings, with sessions beginning at 12:00 PM NZT on January 29 and 10:00 AM NZT on January 30.
How to Get Involved
If you’re interested in becoming part of our 2025 New Zealand Racing Partnership, now is the time to act! Contact us to learn more about how you can join in on this exciting venture and race alongside some of the best in the world.
Stay Connected
For updates and more information, follow us on our social media channels and visit our website. We look forward to having you join us on this thrilling journey!
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Note: All times mentioned are in New Zealand Time (NZT).
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