Cynthia McGinnes Archives • The Racing Biz

Theories abound on declines at Fasig-Tipton yearling sale

Frank Vespe / 11 years

8 min read

The numbers for Tuesday’s Fasig-Tipton yearling sale continued a decline that’s been going on for years. Participants offered several theories on why.

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Dark Hollow Farm
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Fasig-Tipton
Fasig-Tipton Midlantic Fall Yearlings Sale
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Thornmar Farm

For breeders, perfect’s the enemy of good

Teresa Genaro / 11 years
8
5 min read

Breeders agree: there’s no perfect horse. But that doesn’t stop buyers from wanting them, including at the upcoming Fasig-Tipton Midlantic Yearling Sale.

Laurel Park picks and ponderings: October 17, 2026

Off to the Races Radio lineup for October 17, 2026

Competitive stakes top Delaware Park closing day

Laurel Park picks and ponderings: October 16, 2026

PODCAST: Previewing closing day at Delaware Park

Fasig-Tipton adds 26 to fall yearling sale

Theories abound on declines at Fasig-Tipton yearling sale

For breeders, perfect’s the enemy of good

Off to the Races Radio lineup.

Competitive stakes top Delaware Park closing.

PODCAST: Previewing closing day at Delaware.

PODCAST: Flying under the radar at.

Md. horse industry plan calls for.

Inside the Mid-Atlantic stallion and mares.