WHAT’S ON AT EASTER
WELCOME TO SYDNEY
SEBASTIAN HUTCH
CEO - Bloodstock Sales
Welcome to the 2026 Easter Yearling Sale.
There is always a tremendous buzz around Sydney at the time of the Easter Sale, the autumn racing carnival is in full swing and this year, daylight saving is still upon us so the longer, warmer days make for enjoyable times.
While the two-day sale will be both frenetic and fantastic, there are many other events and activities around the auction that will help create a world-class spectacle at Riverside.
This What’s On booklet aims to provide you with a full array of information of things to do and events and activities to be a part of in the lead-up to and during the Easter Sale.
Horses begin parading at Riverside on Monday March 23 and the annual Welcome Drinks will take place from 4.30pm on Thursday March 26.
The Messina ice cream stand is back, significant media will be doing live broadcasts on-site at Riverside, plus our own Sale Day Live broadcast will again be front and centre, hosted by Emma Freedman and Katelyn McDonald.
There will be the usual range of hospitality options available at Riverside through Ringside Dining, the outdoor Inglis Cafe, Heroic Café, Newmarket Room Restaurant, 1867 Lounge, Inglis Day Spa and many others.
The sale itself will no doubt create great theatre across the two days.
In a stunning collection of some of the world’s most desirable bloodlines, the Easter catalogue features 81 lots that are the progeny of or siblings to G1 winners and 259 which are the progeny of or siblings to Stakes winners.
Easter has produced 41 G1-winning graduates since 2018 and make no mistake, there is tremendous value to be found at the sale.
Over the past two renewals, there were 239 yearlings offered at Easter that could have been bought for $200,000 or less: the likes of $75,000 purchase Overpass - a multiple G1 winner of over $12m - and $150,000 purchase Femminile, a G1 winner and $1.5m mare, both perfect examples of the value that can be found at the sale.
I look forward to seeing you all at Riverside for what will be a special week and if you have any questions in the lead-up to or during the sale, please do not hesitate to contact myself or a member of the Inglis team.
Regards
Sebastian
CALENDAR OF EVENTS
MONDAY, 23 MARCH
• Easter Yearling Sale Inspections from 8.30am, Riverside Stables
• Shuttle bus service from Holiday Inn Warwick Farm, InterContinental Coogee Beach, Intercontinental Double Bay begins, visit inglis.com.au for schedule
TUESDAY, 24 MARCH
• Easter Yearling Sale Inspections from 8.30am, Riverside Stables
WEDNESDAY, 25 MARCH
• Easter Yearling Sale Inspections from 8.30am, Riverside Stables
• Shuttle bus service from The Darling at The Star begins, visit inglis.com.au for schedule
THURSDAY, 26 MARCH
• Easter Yearling Sale Inspections from 8.30am, Riverside Stables
• Welcome Drinks from 4:30pm-6pm, under the Two Figs
FRIDAY, 27 MARCH
• Easter Yearling Sale Inspections from 8.30am, Riverside Stables
SATURDAY, 28 MARCH
• Easter Yearling Sale Inspections from 8.30am, Riverside Stables
SUNDAY, 29 MARCH
• Sale Day Live Broadcast with Emma Freeman & Katelyn McDonald from 10.30am on inglis.com.au, Inglis Facebook and X pages
• Day 1 Easter Yearling Sale from 11am, Riverside Stables
MONDAY, 30 MARCH
• Sale Day Live Broadcast with Emma Freeman & Katelyn McDonald from 9.30am on inglis.com.au, Inglis Facebook and X pages
• Day 2 Easter Yearling Sale from 10am, Riverside Stables
SATURDAY, 4 APRIL
• Championships Day 1 at Royal Randwick Racecourse featuring the G1 Inglis Sires’
WELCOME DRINKS
WHERE: Under the Two Figs, Riverside Stables
WHEN: Thursday 26 March from 4.30pm-6pm
WHO: Vendors, stable staff and buyers are all welcome, particularly those who have worked so hard to prepare the yearlings for the sale and present them in such a beautiful condition
WHAT: Join us for drinks, food and live music
THEAULT
WHERE: Lawn adjacent to Barn K
WHEN: Thursday 26 March – Monday 30 March
WHAT: Theault has been providing innovative transport solutions for more than 100 years. Now “Renteo” gives you the freedom to rent a vehicle by the hour or day with no ownership required, it’s perfect for those who want to try before you buy! Check out the Renteo horsebox at Inglis Easter.
MASERATI
WHERE: Lawn adjacent to Barn K
WHEN: Friday 27 March – Monday 30 March
WHAT: Maserati blends cutting-edge technology with timeless Italian style. Stop by and experience modern luxury in motion.
PEDIGREES 360
WHERE: Sales auditorium concourse
WHEN: Friday 27 March - Monday 30 March
WHAT: Pedigrees 360 uses Machine Learning and AI to identify linebreeding patterns in elite horses. Giving astute breeders and owners 360 degree insight into thoroughbred pedigrees.
CAMILO HATS
WHERE: Sales auditorium concourse adjacent to the Big Barn
WHEN: Thursday 26 March - Monday 30 March
WHAT: A stylish range of handcrafted Panama hats with a style for everyone. Make sure to stop by and find the perfect style for you or a friend.
SYDNEY
While in Sydney for this year’s Easter Sale, why not explore some of these gems in what is one of the world’s greatest cities.
COOGEE TO BONDI WALK
Enjoy one of Sydney’s most iconic walks, taking in beautiful beaches, cliff tops and great cafes along the way. The 6km walk takes two to three hours, depending on how often you stop, but you can also allow a full day to do the walk and enjoy a swim at each of the beaches en route.
PHANTOM OF THE OPERA, SYDNEY HARBOUR
Andrew Lloyd Webber’s global phenomenon returns on its 40th anniversary to Handa Opera on Sydney Harbour in a critically acclaimed spectacular from Friday 27th March. Celebrate Phantom’s milestone anniversary in grand style, with the hotly anticipated return of the larger-than-life staging on Sydney Harbour.
PENRITH PANTHERS VS PARRAMATTA EELS NRL MATCH
Be part of the unmissable atmosphere at CommBank Stadium on Saturday 28th March as the Parramatta Eels take on the Penrith Panthers in a blockbuster Western Sydney showdown.
25TH BIENNALE OF SYDNEY
The Biennale of Sydney is one of the world’s leading contemporary art events, playing an important role in connecting Australia with the global arts community. Since 1973, it has showcased the work of more than 2400 artists from over 130 countries, presenting innovative and thought-provoking art from Australia and around the world. Open free to the public at White Bay Power Station every day in March and April.
SYDNEY HARBOUR CRUISE
Enjoy the beauty of Sydney Harbour with a relaxing cruise past some of the city’s most iconic landmarks. Take in spectacular views of the Sydney Opera House, Harbour Bridge and sparkling waterfront, while experiencing the atmosphere of one of the world’s most stunning natural harbours.
TARONGA ZOO
Experience one of Sydney’s most iconic attractions at Taronga Zoo, home to more than 4000 animals from around the world. Set against the stunning backdrop of Sydney Harbour, the zoo offers unforgettable wildlife encounters and breathtaking views just minutes from the city.
GIFT SHOP SALE
WHERE: Sales auditorium concourse, Riverside Stables
WHEN: Thursday 26, Friday 27, Sunday 29 & Monday 30 March, 10am-3pm
MESSINA
WHERE: Newmarket Terrace, Riverside Stables
WHEN: Sunday 29 March 12pm-3pm (or until sold out)
COST: Free
SALE DAY LIVE
Emma Freedman and Katelyn McDonald return to the Inglis Sale Day Live broadcast. Our very own Jemma Cutting will be the roving reporter talking to buyers, vendors, stud staff and other industry personnel around the complex throughout the coverage.
The broadcast will include selling action of every lot to be offered through the sale and include a dedicated daily Preview Show and Review Show.
Coverage will begin at 10:30am on Sunday and 9:30am Monday for the 30-minute Preview Show, before the first lot of each day enters the Riverside auditorium.
INGLIS SIRES’
SATURDAY 4 APRIL
Join us trackside for Day 1 of The Championships at Royal Radwick, featuring the G1 Inglis Sires’.
FEATURE RACES
$4m Doncaster Mile (1600m)
3YO & up, Handicap G1
2025 winner - Stefi Magnetica
$1m Inglis Sires’ (1200m)
2YOs, Set Weights G1
2025 winner - Vinrock
$2m Australian Derby (2400m)
3YO, Set Weights G1
2025 winner - Aeliana
$3m T J Smith Stakes (1200m)
All ages, Weight for Age G1
2025 winner - Briasa
RACE DAY INFORMATION
WHERE: Royal Randwick Racecourse
WHEN: Gates open 11am
HOW MUCH: General Admission $39
WHO: Everyone is invited! Head to www.australianturfclub.com.au for more information
WHY: It’s one of the best days of racing of the year, anyhwere in the world, with four G1 races and a fabulous support card. Dress up, bring some friends and enjoy a fun day trackside.
GETTING THERE
Lightrail
L2 – Circular Quay / Central direct to Royal Randwick
L3 – Circular Quay / Central to Kensington Buses
Plenty of regular route buses also run between the City and Eastern Suburbs via Anzac Parade and Alison Road to get you to Randwick Racecourse including bus routes 339, 373, 374, 376 and 377. Taxis
Taxis enter Royal Randwick through the Ascot Street entrance where there is a secure taxi rank for set-down and collection.
Parking
There is free car parking in the infield car park. Entry to the infield car park is via High Street, opposite UNSW.
$1M INGLIS SIRES’ PREVIOUS WINNERS
YEAR WINNER
BREEDING TRAINER
2025 Vinrock I Am Invincible x Girl Gone Rockin’ Matt Laurie
2024 Manaal Tassort x Red Lodge (USA)
2023 Militarize Dundeel (NZ) x Amerindia (GB)
2022 Fireburn Rebel Dane x Mull Over
2021 Anamoe Street Boss (USA) x Anamato
2020 King’s Legacy Redoute’s Choice x Breakfast In Bed
2019 Microphone Exceed and Excel x Sung
Michael Freedman
Chris Waller
Gary Portelli
James Cummings
Peter & Paul Snowden
James Cummings
BIG SPORTS BREAKFAST
LIVE OB WITH BEN DAMON AND LAURIE DALEY ON MONDAY 30 MARCH
RACING HQ
LIVE OB WITH DAVE STANLEY ON MONDAY MARCH 30
LIVE OB WITH GARETH HALL ON FRIDAY MARCH 27, SUNDAY MARCH 29 & MONDAY 30 MARCH
MASERATI PUTTING COMPETITION
WHERE: Lawn adjacent to Barn K
WHEN: Sunday 29 March & Monday 30 March
WHAT: Sink a put to go in the draw to win a Maserati Deluxe Escape Experience
Autumn Glow
INGLIS EASTER YEARLING SALE
Undefeated G1 winner of more than $6.8m prizemoney
Lady Shenandoah
3-time
SALE
Cap Ferrat
INGLIS EASTER YEARLING SALE
Winner of the Hong Kong Derby & over HK$21.3m in prizemoney
Joliestar
INGLIS EASTER YEARLING SALE
3-time G1 winner of more than $6.8m prizemoney