An Outstanding Colt by Sword of State
A rare opportunity to own a high-upside colt by one of Australasia’s most exciting young sires
We’re very pleased to have secured an outstanding value colt by Sword of State, a sire who has made a fast and meaningful impact at stud and is rapidly establishing himself at the top level.
This colt combines elite performance bloodlines, an exceptional physical, and genuine commercial upside. He represents the type of opportunity we actively target for owners who want both racing excitement and long-term optionality.
The Sire: Sword of State
Sword of State has wasted no time making his presence felt.
In Australia, he is already represented by Warhoven, one of the leading two-year-olds of the season and a genuine Golden Slipper contender, along with Torture, a Melbourne stakes winner who was an unlucky third in the Karaka Millions after losing a winker during the running.
Commercially, demand for his stock has been strong. His Sword of State – La Brisas colt topped the sale at $1.1 million off a $15,000 service fee, a clear indicator of market confidence. If this trajectory continues, it would not be surprising to see Sword of State standing for a significantly higher fee in the near future.
On the racetrack, Sword of State himself was a high-class performer, notably defeating elite mares such as Imperatriz and Babylon Berlin as a three-year-old, while carrying 60.5kg against Imperatriz. That profile strongly suggests his progeny should continue to improve with time, particularly into their three-year-old seasons.
The Colt: Type, Pedigree, Presence
This colt is an exceptional physical.
He is a strong, correct mover with real presence and balance, and he comes from a deep New Zealand female line. His dam is by O’Reilly, one of New Zealand’s most influential broodmare sires, and his second dam is by Zabeel. That combination provides both speed and substance, and we expect him to continue strengthening significantly over the next six months as he grows into his frame.
From a racing perspective, he profiles as a genuine 1200m–1600m prospect, with the natural attributes to race as a two-year-old. One of the most appealing aspects of this colt is how clearly he throws back to the O’Reilly influence through the female line, a line renowned for producing tough, competitive racehorses.
The Trainer: Allan Sharrock
This is personally one of the most exciting colts we have sent to Allan Sharrock.
He was our standout from Book Two, and we had to work hard to secure him in the ring. Since first inspecting him in early January on the yearling tour, he has strengthened noticeably in a short period of time, which only reinforces our confidence in his upside.
Allan Sharrock’s ability to develop horses efficiently and place them to advantage makes him an ideal trainer for a colt of this profile.
THE FUN SIDE - BECOME AN OWNER
Let’s be honest! It’s not just about pedigrees, conformation, and race targets. The single most important part of ownership is the experience!
As an owner, you'll receive regular updates and exclusive behind-the-scenes access as your horse progresses through their career. We keep things fun and exciting every step of the way from the race day build-up to celebrating those unforgettable victories.
At Inspire Racing, we create a relaxed, enjoyable atmosphere where owners can fully experience the thrill of racing, whether you're new to the sport or a seasoned participant.
The monthly contribution for a 2.5% share is approx on average $97 per month and we cater to any share size above 1%.
With the growing prize pools in New Zealand racing, this is an exciting time to be involved.
He has passed all veterinary protocols and comes fully insured, ensuring your investment is protected.
