When Silverdale secured $750,000 stakes winner Liquor at Magic Millions, it was more than the purchase of one mare. For Farm Manager Rob Petith, it brought together an old connection, a fast-rising broodmare band, and the story of how Steve Grant’s Southern Highlands operation has built itself into one of the most ambitious young farms in the country.

From one barn to a blue-chip broodmare band: Silverdale’s full-circle rise

Rob Petith

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Magic Millions offered fewer weanlings and turned over less money in 2026, but the real story sits in the quartiles: a cooled top end, a firmer floor, and a physical marketplace being reshaped by cost, caution and digital alternatives.

Magic Millions weanling sale shows a market changing shape

Weanling Analysis

The Inglis Digital May (Late) Sale concluded on Thursday, and the 276 lots sold was highlighted by multiple Grade I winner In Italian's half-sister Fiorenza, who was purchased by Arrowfield Stud, and Group 2-winning West Of Swindon, who was bought by Pure Bloodstock.

Fiorenza bound for Lead Artist date after Inglis Digital purchase

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