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As the Saratoga meet comes to a close, we reflect on a truly remarkable season for McMahon & Hill Bloodstock. Our horses delivered outstanding performances, securing multiple victories and making this summer one to remember.
Here’s a recap of the moments that defined our Saratoga success:
July Highlights
July 11: Sunday Girl, bred by McMahon Thoroughbreds and Spruce Lane Farm, kicked off the meet with a win on Opening Day.
July 19: Aunt Yola led a Spruce Lane-bred exacta, finishing ahead of Geopolitics in a tough maiden special weight. That same day, Spruce Lane Pinhook graduate Critical Threat secured a victory, setting the tone for the meet.
July 20: Nanoman, bred by McMahon of Saratoga, broke his maiden, adding another win to our tally. On the same day, Candied, out of McMahon and Hill purchase Toni Tools, finished 2nd in the G1 Coaching Club American Oaks, showcasing the quality of our breeding program.
July 24: Spinning Colors won for the estate of our long time clients (since 2000!) William Parsons Jr. and David S. Howe.
July 26: Accelerating, out of McMahon & Hill purchase Tizjet and bred by McMahon of Saratoga and long time client Jeff Gardella, broke her maiden at the Spa.
August Highlights
August 2: Neat captured the G3 Hall of Fame Stakes, a significant achievement for the Hiddenbrook Farm and Spruce Lane-bred colt, marking back-to-back wins at Saratoga.
August 3: Smilensaycheese made an impressive debut, breaking his maiden at Saratoga and kicking off a winning streak for our stable.
August 4: Bossmakinbossmoves, bred by McMahon Thoroughbreds and Spruce Lane, extended the streak with another victory, making it four wins in a row for our team.
August 8: Trail of Gold, bred by Spruce Lane Farm et al., broke her maiden, capping off a week where we celebrated five wins in just six days!
August 16: Bobby Jean, a McMahon and Hill Keeneland September purchase, broke her maiden in a stunning 9-length romp.
August 17: Candied, out of McMahon and Hill purchase Toni Tools, was runner-up in the G1 Alabama S.
August 18: Homebred Boss of All secured a win for one of our long time clients (since 2000!), owner and breeder Vivien Malloy, while Spirit of Esther, bred by McMahon and Spruce Lane, also broke her maiden, continuing our success.
August 25: Undefeated two-year-old Accelerating, out of McMahon and Hill's purchase Tizjet, won the Seeking the Ante Stakes, a proud moment for breeders McMahon Thoroughbreds and Jeff Gardella.
Closing the Meet
September 1: Critical Threat wrapped up our Saratoga meet with a commanding gate-to-wire victory, winning by an astounding 12 1/2 lengths, providing a fitting finale to a season filled with triumphs.
September 2: Bourbon Lane 2 YO Forever To Go ran a strong third in her debut at the Spa, going 5 1/2 F on the turf for a $90,000 MSW.
Our annual Saratoga Bourbon Lane Party was a huge success! We gathered with friends and partners to celebrate our achievements and enjoy an evening filled with camaraderie. Check out the photos from the event below:
As we conclude this year’s Saratoga meet, we celebrate the achievements of our horses and the dedication of everyone involved in McMahon & Hill Bloodstock. This season’s success is a testament to our team's hard work and commitment to excellence, and we eagerly look forward to the future.
Want to join our winning team? Email us at bloodstock@mcmahonandhill.com
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