Cheltenham Festival sets record with €4.3 million in sales

The Cheltenham Festival set a new record with over €4.27 million spent on new horses at the Tattersalls Sale. This surpassed last year's record by 2%, with 23 of 28 horses sold, achieving an 82% clearance rate. The average price for horses reached €188,000, a 25% increase from 2024. Notable sales included Cristal D'Estruval, which sold for €473,000, and Clondaw Park, purchased for €380,000. Trainers expressed satisfaction with their purchases, highlighting the quality and potential of the horses. The sale reflects a strong interest in future racing stars.