Atlantic Classic Sale sets records

CRAPAUD, PE – Woodmere Kennedie (Rollwithitharry ) was the most sought-after prize during a glorious Atlantic Classic Yearling Sale Friday afternoon (Oct. 7) in Crapaud, P.E.I., that saw the highest total sales ever recorded in Atlantic Canadian Harness Racing History.

Mike Pollard signed for the filly for $43,000 from consignor Bruce Wood’s Woodmere Farm of Marshfield.

Tobins Chester (Shanghai Phil) was the top pacing colt purchased by Donald MacRae for $40,000 from Wendell Williams of Ellerslie. The brother to stakes standout Tobins Brownie is from the first Atlantic crop of relocated stallion Shanghai Phil.

Dusty Lane Harper (E L Rocket) claimed the highest trotting price at $31,000 for new owner MCR Dustylane Harper Group. Dusty Lane Farms of Cornwall raised the half-sister to undefeated two-year-old standout Irish Ray.

Total sales on the day ringed in at a new record of $1,891,000 with the 126 yearlings averaging $15,007.

“Yet again the commitment that East Coast breeders and owners are showing to the industry was recognized in a fantastic way,” said Atlantic Classic Yearling Sale Committee Chair Nicholas Oakes. “We topped our sales totals from the record breaking 2021 sale and had an offering that had something for everybody.

“To see the excitement a 14-year-old had after saving up to buy a $3,000 filly with his own money is every bit as important as the 34 horses that sold for over $20,000. The future shines bright for East Coast racing and on behalf of the Sale Committee I want to thank everyone for coming out to Crapaud and we look forward to seeing you all in 2023.”

For complete sale results, click here.

From the Atlantic Classic Yearling Sale