Inglis Bloodstock Chief Talks Up Xtra Bonus

Bloodstock CEO at Inglis, Sebastian Hutch, hasurged buyers to think about the Xtra Bonus when bidding on yearlings at the Classic Sale, which runs from Sunday through to Tuesday. “The most satisfying thing about the Xtra Bonus Series is that hundreds of owners have won bonuses already and with horses from as cheap as $5000 purchases,’’ Hutch said. “The intention when we first came up with the concept was to provide an opportunity for more of our clients to win more prizemoney more often and there’s no doubt that the series is doing that. The concept is still very much in its infancy, but we have seen $2.2m in Xtra bonuses won to date and there are plenty more to win through the balance of the season before the series kicks off again next season.” Hutch pointed out, “It’s hugely important to us to see owners rewarded for their investment and what better way to do that than through a Maiden win that can result in a windfall for owners. We have been overwhelmed by the popularity of the series and we have had tremendous engagement with it, whether it’s been from owners, trainers or race clubs, which has created a reach that we have never seen anything like before." The schedule of Xtra Bonus races for March has now been released. To view the schedule CLICK HERE. Meanwhile, following publication of the first tranch on Tuesday, draft previews for Premium Black Type Vendors selling at Classic will continue through until Thursday.