An extreme test of stamina featuring late trains and top lots, a snappy-dressing Serbian and Jamie Osborne’s ‘the thing’

James Thomas reflects on a marathon stint at the Tattersalls Autumn Horses In Training Sale in Newmarket

Carracci proved the top lot at the first session of the sale on MondayCredit: Laura Green

Monday, October 23

If the Tattersalls Autumn Horses in Training Sale could be compared to a race from the Flat calendar, it would probably be the Queen Alexandra Stakes. The five-day event is not only an extreme test of stamina but attracts a line-up of wildly varying ages and ability. I am, of course, referring to the sale’s catalogue rather than the press bench. Although similar comments may apply.

This event is also a truly international affair. I was served an early reminder of this fact when I spotted California-based trainer Dan Blacker gazing up at the departures board at London Kings Cross.

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James ThomasSales correspondent

Published on 29 October 2023inSales reports

Last updated 18:01, 29 October 2023

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