Cover image courtesy of Musk Creek Farm
The episode opens with a review of Chelmsford Stakes Day at Randwick and Moir Stakes Day at Moonee Valley, where Caroline Searcy traces the pedigrees of standout performers. Headwall’s Concorde Stakes win showcased the influence of Dream Ahead (USA), while Chelmsford hero Linderman carried on Lonhro’s legacy. Pericles (Street Boss {USA}) again underlined the strength of the Accessories family, and Apocalyptic, by Extreme Choice, stamped herself as a filly of the future. At Moonee Valley, Baraqiel delivered a Group 1 Moir triumph for Snitzel, while further highlights came from Angel Capital (Harry Angel), Alpha Sofie (Capitalist), and rising star Quintessa (Shamus Award) in New Zealand.
David Kobritz | Image courtesy of The Image Is Everything
From the racetrack, the program shifts to Victoria’s Musk Creek Farm, where owner David Kobritz reflects on the realities of running a broodmare farm in today’s environment. He outlines the risks and rewards of selecting stallions years in advance, balancing costs with uncertain sales outcomes, and investing in mares to stay competitive. Kobritz shares personal highlights, including breeding Pierro (Lonhro), and underscores both the financial challenges and the passion that sustain small-scale breeders in an industry dominated by powerful stallion farms.
The show closes with Stud Dogs of Australasia, featuring Layne, the British Bulldog of Kingstar Farm. Named after surf legend Layne Beachley, Layne is a farm favourite who keeps staff company, lends a paw on feed runs, and even dons a life vest for her swimming and surfing adventures. With her affectionate nature and playful antics, Layne provides both laughter and comfort, embodying the companionship and character that make stud farms such special places to live and work.
