Lot 93 – Elusive Butterfly x Gold Standard

In the realm of thoroughbred excellence, where bloodlines merge with destiny, we present to you an exceptional offering—a filly of unparalleled promise and prestige. This filly, Lot 93, is a true gem, a daughter of the remarkable stallion Gold Standard, whose name resonates with success. Gold Standard, the Gr.2 Selangor Cup victor and offspring of the renowned sire Trippi, has ventured into his stud career with remarkable flair. His maiden crop of just 25 runners has already yielded an impressive 13 winners and four distinguished black-type horses.

Among the stars of his inaugural crop is the Listed Tattersalls Jamaica Handicap champion, Gold Poker Game. This phenomenal filly boasts a remarkable record, with victories or placements in nine of her ten starts. In her company stands the distinguished Gr.1 performer, Golden Hostess, who marked her presence with stellar performances in the Gr.1 Schweppes Majorca Stakes and Gr.1 SA Fillies Sprint. Hold My Hand, another promising filly from Gold Standard’s first crop, came tantalizingly close to black-type glory last season, securing third place in both the Gr.1 WSB Cape Fillies Guineas and Gr.2 WSB Fillies Guineas. Moreover, Hold My Hand finished as a close runner-up in the 2023 Listed Cape Oaks. The talent of Gold Standard’s progeny shines brightly, with Star Coin, a member of the same first crop, even making an entry for the 2023 Gr.1 Betway Summer Cup.

Gold Poker Game (by Gold Standard)

But Gold Standard’s legacy doesn’t end there. His second crop, now at the tender age of three, has already unveiled its brilliance, with the promising fillies Golden Pacific and Royals leading the charge. It is with immense pride that Boland Stud introduces to you Lot 93—a filly destined for greatness. Her lineage is nothing short of extraordinary. She is the progeny of a dual-winning daughter of Equus Champion Elusive Fort, and her granddam is a victorious daughter of the legendary sire Captain Al. Her dam, Elusive Butterfly, is a product of the same Elusive Fort/Captain Al cross that produced the iconic July/Met champion, Kommetdieding—a horse whose charisma captured the hearts of many. Elusive Butterfly, who shares her sire with Gr.1 champions such as Lauderdale, Out Of Your League, and Siren’s Call, traces her ancestry directly to the illustrious matriarch To Her—the source of countless top-class fillies. This remarkable bloodline boasts such notable champions as Gr.1 winners Brave Mary (Allan Robertson Fillies Championship) and Takingthepeace (Gr.1 SA Fillies Classic), Gr.1 Thekwini Stakes runner-up Kailene, and graded stakes winners Fanzene (Gr.3 Magnolia Handicap) and Joan Ranger (Gr.2 Camellia Stakes—twice).

We extend to you a cordial invitation—an invitation to embark on a journey of extraordinary possibilities. Join us at Boland Stud in Ceres, Western Cape, where you can witness firsthand the brilliance of our impressive draft of two-year-olds, including the remarkable Lot 93. From today until Sunday, November 19, we invite you to schedule your exclusive viewing by contacting Eugene Freeman at +27848163741 or eugenefreeman@bolandstud.co.za.

Mark your calendars for Wednesday, November 22, as our yearlings, including Lot 93, will be available for viewing at the prestigious Thoroughbred Breeders Association Complex in Johannesburg. Be prepared for an extraordinary display of racing excellence.

The grand culmination of this extraordinary journey awaits you at the BloodStock South Africa November Two-Year-Old Sale, taking place on Sunday, November 26, at the Thoroughbred Breeders Association Complex in Johannesburg, South Africa.

For those unable to attend the sale in person, rest assured that you can still partake in this unparalleled opportunity. Register for online bidding and secure your chance to own the remarkable Lot 93. To complete your online bidding registration and buyer’s card application, please email Ashley at ashley@bsa.co.za or call +27845141723.

We encourage you to share this thrilling opportunity with your friends and fellow racing enthusiasts. This is your moment to turn dreams into reality.

Seize the opportunity, lay claim to greatness, and acquire Lot 93. With her, the world becomes your oyster.

Contact us today to secure your place in racing history.

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