Keeneland and Fasig-Tipton breeding stock sales moved back a day

America's two major sales companies have adjusted the dates of their November auctions to allow more time for buyers after the Breeders' Cup.

Fasig-Tipton has moved its sale of breeding stock to Tuesday, November 5, having previously been scheduled a day earlier, with Keeneland shifting from the Tuesday slot to Wednesday, November 6 and continuing until November 17.

"In keeping with Keeneland’s mission, we continually strive to do things that better the entire industry," Keeneland president and CEO Bill Thomason said.

"We listen to our customers and we respond; that’s what Keeneland does. We adjusted the September Sale format based on feedback from horsemen and produced the fifth-highest gross in that sale’s history.

"This change to the November Sale start date and our continued focus on quality guest experiences and hospitality are further evidence of how much we value our partnerships with owners, consignors and buyers, and respond to their needs.”

Fasig-Tipton president Boyd Browning said: "We have advocated for this schedule change for many years, and we are pleased that other industry participants have recognised the need for this change.

"Buyers will be able to enjoy the Breeders' Cup, and then have ample time to work through The November Sale at Fasig-Tipton, the world's premier breeding stock event."

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