Shamardal colt heads first day of trade at Book 2

The top lot was among 18 lots Shadwell purchased on Monday

This Shamardal colt consigned by Mountain View Stud was bought for 250,000gnsCredit: Laura Green

Book 2, the little brother of the blockbuster Book 1, of the Tattersalls October Yearling Sale kicked off at Park Paddocks on Monday with a solid day of trade.

It was business as usual for Shadwell, the leading buyer at the last two renewals of the auction, as Sheikh Hamdan's operation signed for 18 lots for 2,074,000gns, including three of the top five most expensive.

"Sheikh Hamdan has been unbelievably supportive of the market," said Shadwell's Angus Gold. "He hasn't lost any of his zest for it and he loves coming around the sales. He thoroughly enjoyed last week and it's fantastic to see him supporting the whole industry. I just hope we can get him some good horses as he thoroughly deserves it for all he's put into it."

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James ThomasSales correspondent

Published on 10 October 2016inSales reports

Last updated 21:13, 10 October 2016

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