Cover image courtesy of Coolmore Stud
Caroline Searcy kicks off with Aushorse News before heading to Coolmore Stud, where two Group 1-winning colts, Cornwall Stud Stakes record-breaker Switzerland and Caulfield Guineas victor Private Life are welcomed to the stallion barn. Both were high-priced yearling purchases who delivered on the track and now offer breeders elite pedigrees, proven performance, and standout commercial appeal. Switzerland, by Snitzel, boasts blistering speed and a Timeform rating of 125, while Private Life, by Written Tycoon, impressed with his toughness and quality, standing at a competitive $17,500.
Gallery: Standing at Coolmore Stud
The episode then travels to Gooree Park Stud in Mudgee, where the Cuenco family’s next generation is blending tradition with “equine-tourism.” Visitors can enjoy wine tastings, farm stays, and guided tours while experiencing the farm’s racing heritage, home to champions like Desert War and Northern Meteor. Prized Icon, the home-bred Group 1-producing stallion, headlines the current roster, continuing the property’s breeding success.
Wrapping up on a lighter note, “Stud Dogs of Australasia” features Bart, Gooree’s much-loved Jack Russell the “official rodent control officer,” whose big personality and enduring charm embody the spirit behind the scenes of Australia and New Zealand’s top studs.
