Cover image courtesy of Arrowfield Stud
The episode opens with Aushorse News, headlined by the return of Via Sistina (Ire) (Fastnet Rock) in the G1 Winx Stakes, securing her 10th Group 1 win and pushing her career earnings past $13.4 million. Another highlight was Arrowfield’s unbeaten filly Autumn Glow (The Autumn Sun), who stretched her record to five-from-five in the Toy Show Quality, underlining the resurgence of her sire, The Autumn Sun. Other notable victories included Savvy Hallie (Hellbent) in the G2 Silver Shadow Stakes, Nellie Leylax (Ire) (Calyx {GB}) in the G3 Premier’s Cup, and the international sprinting flagbearer Asfoora (Flying Artie), who captured another Group 1 in the UK.
Vandeek (GB) | Standing at Arrowfield Stud
From there, Caroline Searcy spotlights Arrowfield’s new stallion recruit, Vandeek (GB) (Havana Grey), a dual Group 1-winning 2-year-old in Europe by Havana Grey (GB). Acclaimed for his speed, physique, and championship juvenile form, Vandeek represents a fresh outcross for Australian breeders, with Arrowfield strongly supporting him with high-class mares. The program also introduces National Thoroughbred Week, a new initiative across Australia and New Zealand designed to open stud farms, stables, and race clubs to the public, showcasing horse care and career opportunities while building stronger community connections.
Closing the show, Stud Dogs of Australasia visits Fernrigg Farm, where huskies Anubis and Coco steal the spotlight. Beloved members of the Kelly family, they are known for shadowing foals in the paddock, joining staff on feed runs, and playing with the children, embodying the warmth and companionship animals bring to stud life. Their story rounds out an episode that captures the breadth of the breeding world, from elite stallions and racecourse champions to the people and pets who make the industry thrive.
