In today's instalment of 2021/2022 Rapid Reflections, we feature a quickfire round with Peter O'Brien, General Manager of Segenhoe Stud.
TDN AusNZ: What are you most looking forward to in the new year?
Peter O'Brien: Going to Ireland to see my family.
Peter O'Brien
TDN AusNZ: Whose progeny have impressed you so far on your Magic Millions inspections?
POB: The mares based at Segenhoe Stud.
TDN AusNZ: Which first-season sire to stud did you send mares to this season, and why?
POB: King's Legacy. Bred by Segenhoe so thus a close attachment but more importantly, he ticks EVERY box.
TDN AusNZ: If you could be someone else in the industry for a day. Who would it be, and why?
POB: James Bester as I would rush off and get vaccinated.
TDN AusNZ: Who is your favourite racehorse of this year?
POB: Verry Elleegant.
Verry Elleegant (NZ) | Image courtesy of Ashlea Brennan
TDN AusNZ: Who is your favourite stallion, and why?
POB: Danehill. I was fortunate to work with this breed shaper and he was such a kind, loving horse and that is why, not his exploits.
TDN AusNZ: Who is the most underrated stallion in Australasia?
POB: So You Think.
TDN AusNZ: Which stallion do you believe is the best physical type?
POB: King's Legacy.
TDN AusNZ: What was your best purchase in 2021?
POB: Emperor (Vinnie x Jolie Bay).
Emperor | Image courtesy of Ashlea Brennan
TDN AusNZ: Favourite binge-worthy television show?
POB: Succession.
TDN AusNZ: What's the best book you read in 2021?
POB: The love songs of W.E, B Du Bois.
TDN AusNZ: Who do you think will take out 2022 first-season sire honours?
POB: Merchant Navy.
