Two Juvenile Horses Break Records at OBS

A look at the fastest furlong times from the Ocala Breeders' Sales Spring 2-Year-Olds in Training Sale

Apr. 13, 2026 at 6:11am

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At the recent Ocala Breeders' Sales Spring 2-Year-Olds in Training Sale, two young horses, a colt and a filly, made waves by blazing through the furlong in an impressive :09 3/5 seconds. The colt, Hip 805, is sired by the freshman stallion Mind Control and carries the blood of grade 1 winners, while the filly, Hip 754, is a daughter of McKinzie and showcased her raw speed. Several other fillies also turned in fast quarter-mile breezes, highlighting the depth of talent at the sale.

Why it matters

The performances of these juvenile horses at the OBS sale provide a glimpse into the future of thoroughbred racing. The presence of promising young prospects, with impressive pedigrees and blazing speed, suggests that the sport's next generation of stars may be emerging. This sale is a microcosm of the industry's constant evolution, as buyers and trainers seek out the next big thing in breeding and bloodlines.

The details

At the Ocala Breeders' Sales Spring 2-Year-Olds in Training Sale, two horses, a colt and a filly, both recorded furlong times of :09 3/5 seconds, a remarkable feat for such young horses. The colt, Hip 805, is sired by the freshman stallion Mind Control, who carries the blood of grade 1 winners. The filly, Hip 754, is a daughter of McKinzie and was consigned by Wavertree Stables, known for their eye for talent. Several other fillies, including Hip 623 and Hip 676, also turned in fast quarter-mile breezes, showcasing their potential.

  • The Ocala Breeders' Sales Spring 2-Year-Olds in Training Sale took place in April 2026.

The players

Mind Control

A freshman stallion whose progeny include the colt Hip 805, who recorded a :09 3/5 furlong time at the OBS sale.

Wavertree Stables

The consignor of the filly Hip 754, who also recorded a :09 3/5 furlong time at the OBS sale.

David McKathan

The co-owner of Grassroots Training and Sales, who expressed confidence in the abilities of the colt Hip 805.

Nashville

The sire of the colt Hip 724, who also had a connection to the legendary Tiz the Law.

Ciaran Dunne

The owner of Wavertree Stables, known for his eye in identifying talented fillies.

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What they’re saying

“The New York-bred horses often fly under the radar, but this colt's performance speaks for itself.”

— David McKathan, Co-owner, Grassroots Training and Sales

What’s next

As the under-tack show continues, all eyes will be on these young horses to see if they can maintain their impressive performances and continue to showcase their potential as the next generation of thoroughbred racing stars.

The takeaway

The standout performances of these juvenile horses at the OBS sale highlight the constant evolution of the thoroughbred industry, as buyers and trainers seek out the next big thing in breeding and bloodlines. These young prospects, with their blazing speed and impressive pedigrees, represent the endless possibilities that the future of horse racing holds.