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We’re Back!!

Welcome back to the Spendthrift blog! Crazy to think that the last post on the blog was when Beholder was checked in foal to Bolt d’Oro, and since then, that foal ended up becoming the Grade 1 winner Tamara! We are very excited to bring you fun news and updates… Read More

Two New Debut Winners for Leading Freshman Sire Vekoma

June 23rd saw two new debut winners for red-hot Leading Freshman Sire Vekoma when colts Faster Gator and Murdock broke their maidens. Murdock romped in his debut at Hawthorne, setting the pace after an okay start. Grabbing the lead under jockey David Cohen, Murdock never looked back, demolishing the… Read More

Beholder is in foal!

Beholder has checked in foal to Bolt d’Oro! Exciting day for Spendthrift!… Read More

Beholder x War Front is here!

She’s here! Beholder foaled a healthy filly by War Front last night around 8 pm. The foaling was smooth and both mom and foal are great. They will go outside today for the first time – don’t worry we will keep you updated! For now, enjoy these photos: Beholder’s… Read More

Q B One Update!

Q B One is doing great – he has filled out very nicely and is enjoying this new phase in his life. Recently he was moved from the yearling barn to a training barn on the farm – he has begun the “breaking” process with Silver Springs Training. This process… Read More
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Keeping Up With the Spendthrift-Breds

Follow the careers of some of our favorite Spendthrift-Breds! Keep track of the foals you have visited on our tours and the progeny of our top broodmares!

Merneith '24

The first foal out of Merneith, the Grade-2 winning daughter of American Pharoah, and out of the first crop of Flightline, this friendly colt has made quick friends with tour guests on our Shuttle Tours!

Karin With An I '24

The first foal out of Karin With An I, who herself is the daughter of our Hall Of Fame Champion, Beholder! Beholder's first grandson has become a favorite on tours.

Require '24

This colt by Mo Donegal, out of his very first crop, has definitely been showing off to guests!

Naughty Rendezvous '23

This beautiful filly out of the first crop of Known Agenda, became a fan favorite on tours for her friendly personality!

Espresso Shot '23

This filly by Into Mischief won the award for biggest attention seeker! Known for running after the tram once guests leave her field, she was a favorite foal on our tours and the inspiration for 'Keeping Up With The Spendthrift-Breds'! Photo by: Grace Clark

Malibu Cove '22

The first son of 2020 Kentucky Derby champion Authentic and half brother to G1 winner Kalypso, this colt was not only a media sensation, but was a friendly face on Authentic Experience and Shuttle Tours!

Beholder '22

This stunning colt by Curlin out of Beholder was most commonly seen on tours as a weanling. With his impressive pedigree and friendly nature, he became a favorite. He is now in training for a racing career after selling for $4,000,000 at the Saratoga yearling sale in 2023!