Lot 136 – Monpazier x Erik The Red

Unleash Greatness: Invest in the Erik The Red Filly

Prepare to embark on a journey of unparalleled success with Boland Stud’s crown jewel—a meticulously bred filly sired by the illustrious Erik The Red, poised to soar to greatness at the 2024 KZN Yearling Sale. Erik The Red, a son of the legendary Captain Al and closely related to the esteemed Master Of My Fate, epitomizes the pinnacle of class and precocity. His remarkable racing career saw him triumph in prestigious races like the Gr.2 Cape Thoroughbred Sales Cape Merchants, Gr.2 Epol Umkhomazi Stakes, and Gr.3 Kepu Cape Of Good Hope Nursery, demonstrating his extraordinary talent on the track.

In 2024, Erik The Red’s first-yearlings commanded the spotlight, leading the charge as the Leading Sire by Aggregate at the Cape Yearling Sale. His offspring achieved remarkable prices, fetching up to R1,000,000 at the National Yearling Sale—a testament to their exceptional quality and desirability in the market. At the upcoming KZN Yearling Sale, Boland Stud proudly presents an Erik The Red filly that embodies the essence of excellence. This filly, a three-parts sister to two Captain Al sired winners and a half-sister to two other victors, boasts an impeccable pedigree. Her dam, Monpazier, a winning half-sister to triple Gr.1 winner Captain America and Gr.3 Jacaranda Handicap heroine Aquitaine, underscores the lineage of champions.

Captain America, renowned for his five graded victories including triumphs in the prestigious Gr.1 Horse Chestnut Stakes and Gr.1 Champions Cup, shares a lineage with Erik The Red—both products of the legendary Captain Al. Aquitaine, sired by Al Mufti, further enriches this filly’s pedigree, highlighting a legacy of excellence. The Erik The Red filly also descends from the esteemed family of Adorable, Listed Gardenia Stakes runner-up and dam of Gr.1-winning sire Kommetdieding—a testament to the enduring success of this remarkable bloodline.

Her lineage traces back to the illustrious Queen Of Light, ancestress of renowned equine stars including English classic winners Fairy Footsteps, Light Cavalry, and Tuz, the 2024 Gr.1 Dubai Golden Shaheen victor. Silvano, the six-time champion South African sire and broodmare sire of this filly, has left an indelible mark on the racing world, producing Equus Champions and elite performers, including Last Winter and Bavarian Beauty.

Don’t miss this extraordinary opportunity to own a filly destined for greatness. Boland Stud invites you to experience her majesty firsthand at our yearling draft in Ceres, available for viewing until June 26th.

To arrange your visit and immerse yourself in the allure of Ceres valley, please contact Eugene Freeman at +27848163741 or eugenefreeman@bolandstud.co.za. Discover the world of elite equestrianism and witness the future of racing unfold.

For those unable to attend in person, online bidding is available for the BloodStock South Africa KZN Yearling Sale. Register now with Ashley De Klerk at ashley@bsa.co.za or +27845141723 to secure your chance to own this exceptional Erik The Red filly.

Embrace the journey towards greatness—invest in dreams, capture victory, and make history with this exceptional filly from Boland Stud.