The world of equestrian sports is filled with several top-notch and luxurious breeding and racing empires. These empires usually don’t change hands, but whenever they do, they make a lot of noise. The epicenter of such news this time lies in Australia. A veteran equestrian breeder has decided to sell off his huge equestrian empire. The breeder enjoys enormous amounts of respect in the world, and this news has shocked a lot of people. 

John Singleton has made up his mind to part ways with Strawberry Hill Stud. The 82-year-old has decided to sell the property worth over $100 million. He has joined hands with the Magic Millions organization to go ahead with the on-farm dispersal in the upcoming month of August.

Equestrian to put an end to his breeding career

The name John Singleton represents the equestrian world with its best races and racehorses. Singleton is the man behind raising some of the best quadruplets. The eight-time Group 1 champion More Joyous is a prodigy bred by the blood and sweat of Singleton. The list also includes another big name: four-time ace scorer Tuesday Joy. 

The racing consultant of Strawberry Hill Stud, Andrew Baddock, confirmed the news to ANZ Bloodstock News. He said that John Singleton’s career as a racehorse breeder will now be a thing of the past. Speaking about why Singleton chose to sell the farm, Baddock said that John doesn’t have anyone to succeed him. He said, “The breeding game is a slow process, and I think he wants to do his way and disperse to stop and smell the roses.” Baddock joined the Strawberry Hill Stud this year.

What’s next for John Singleton?

The 82-year-old trainer has planned to carry out the dispersal of his assets by the end of August. According to Baddock, John Singleton wants to leave the equestrian world and horse breeding on his own terms. He also said that he is in good health and may even buy a yearling or two every now and then. However, for the time being, Singleton has decided to retire to someplace near the seashore. Baddock emphasized that the decision did astonish him, but he understands which shoes Singleton stands in.

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John Singleton has appointed Magic Millions for the dispersal process. While the sale of his empire comes as a huge shocker, the appointment of Magic Millions does not. Singleton previously owned 25% of the stakes of the auction house till 2011. The property will attract a massive number of buyers as it contains some of the best horses to ever breathe. From the finest yearlings to established champions, the equestrian breeder is revered for his fine horses. The Strawberry Hill Stud and John Singleton will always be known as the pioneers of equestrian activities in the Southern Hemisphere. 

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