Fastest Fillies Shine at OBS June Sale Preview in Ocala!

1701 SW 60th Avenue, Ocala, FL, USA - On June 11, 2025, excitement fills the air at the Ocala Training Center, where two fillies have captured attention by posting the fastest quarter-mile works during the second day of the OBS June sale under tack preview. These performances are part of the lead-up to the highly anticipated Ocala Breeders’ Sales June Sale of 2-year-olds in training and horses of racing age, set to take place next Tuesday and Wednesday, starting at 10 a.m. EST each day. With the under tack shows beginning at 7:30 a.m. EST and open to the public for free, the upcoming sale promises to showcase some of the best young thoroughbreds the state has to offer, as noted by the Florida Thoroughbred Breeders’ and Owners’ Association in their coverage of the event reports.

Among the stars of the recent workouts are fillies by Cloud Computing, with Hip 229, consigned by Omar Ramirez Bloodstock, drawing keen interest. This particular filly is out of the stakes-winning mare Clever Beauty and hails from the family of Grade 1-winner Ruthereinne. Observers describe her as well-balanced and beautiful, showcasing a strong training history. Another notable entry, Hip 252, also a Cloud Computing filly but from Blue Sapphire Stables, is out of the winning Curlin mare Curl the Pearl. Interestingly, Hip 180, a dark bay or brown filly by Honest Mischief, notched an impressive eighth-mile work in just :9.80, marking her as a contender to watch. The future looks bright for these young athletes!

Excitement in the Air

With Hips 173-343 performing on Wednesday, the anticipation builds as Hips 344-386 are scheduled to breeze on Thursday, followed by Hips 535-705 on Friday and Hips 706-833 on Saturday. This well-organized preview provides buyers with a glimpse of the horses‘ potential before they head to auction, facilitating informed decisions during the sale. The buzz around these events is a testament to the robust community surrounding thoroughbred racing in Ocala.

The Ocala Breeders’ Sales event is no small affair. The previous OBS event in April saw over 600 horses sell for an impressive total of $88 million, with several horses fetching over $1 million each. It’s noteworthy that the average sale price reached a staggering $139,343 per horse, topping previous records by nearly $10,000. This surge in sales reflects not only the quality of the horses but also the growing international interest, as confirmed by OBS Director of Sales, Tod Wojciechowski, who pointed out the presence of buyers from diverse backgrounds reports Ocala News.

Support and Resources for Buyers

For those participating in the June sale, comprehensive resources are available to ensure a smooth buying process. The OBS website offers a directory of veterinarians, complete with contact information, to assist buyers as they prepare their potential new acquisitions. This thoughtful approach by OBS shows their commitment to the well-being of the horses, as several reputable veterinarian contacts are listed, including Eddie Behrens and Jeffrey T. Berk, among others notes OBS Sales.

With the spotlight on these promising thoroughbreds and a strong support system for buyers, the Ocala Breeders’ Sales June Sale is set to be a major event for the thoroughbred community. Enthusiasts and potential buyers eagerly await the opportunity to witness the talent on display, as hopes run high for new champions to emerge from this vibrant horse racing scene. Will we see record-breaking sales again this June? Only time will tell, but one thing’s for sure: the energy around the event is palpable, and everyone involved has a winning hand!