There’s a sense of anticipation in the air this week as racing enthusiasts and investors turn their eyes toward the Inglis Digital November (Early) Online Sale. Among the many offerings, one stands out for its sheer rarity — a share in Morisu Ojo, the talented filly bound for Thursday’s $1 million Group 1 VRC Oaks at Flemington.
The Ciaron Maher-trained daughter of Maurice burst into prominence in September when she broke her maiden in emphatic fashion. Her next outing saw her bravely take on the boys in the Listed Super Impose Stakes, where she finished just 1.7 lengths behind Options, a $12 fancy for the G1 Victoria Derby. Most recently, she flashed late to make up ground in the G3 Ethereal Stakes, reaffirming her staying credentials ahead of her Oaks test.
Currently marked a $15 chance for the classic, Morisu Ojo represents not only an exciting racing proposition but also a rare investment opportunity. The share auction closes just 24 hours before she steps onto the big stage at Flemington — a timing that has the industry buzzing.
“New Ground” for Inglis Digital
“This is something quite extraordinary,” said Inglis Digital Business Manager Nick Melmeth. “We’ve sold shares in Melbourne Cup runners in the lead-up to the big race before, but never in an Oaks filly like this. It’s new territory and tremendously exciting. Ciaron Maher has a big opinion of Morisu Ojo, and to be able to buy in literally a day before she contests the Oaks is an incredible scenario.”
The racehorse shares section on Inglis Digital continues to thrive, with a string of success stories fueling its momentum — from Private Eye and Charm Stone to Benedetta and Light Infantry Man. Each sale seems to build on the last, adding confidence to what has become a trusted avenue for modern racehorse investment.
Strong Catalogue Across Categories
Beyond Morisu Ojo, the November (Early) catalogue is packed with opportunities. Among the standouts:
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Farcited (Farnan): Runner-up in the G3 Black Opal Stakes and Golden Slipper contender.
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Farnicle (Farnan): Recently finished second in the $500,000 Tapp-Craig and already Group 2 placed.
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Strait Acer: Group 1 placed, with a 5% share up for grabs.
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Statuario: Stakes winner offered with a 5% share.
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Royal Mover: Promising 3YO boasting two wins from three starts.
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Devoted: Dual Stakes winner with a 47.5% share available.
In total, 302 lots are listed, including 173 racehorses (76 fillies), 61 racehorse shares, 31 broodmares, 27 yearlings, and a selection of young unraced stock.
Other Sale Highlights
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Adventure Seeker – Winning half-sister to G3 winner North England.
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Dame Claire – Stakes winner and dam of Zou Sensation, offered with a Brutal filly foal at foot.
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Equerry – Last-start winning Snitzel colt with untapped potential.
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Mia Diva – Three-in-one package, in foal to State of Rest.
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Silent Shares – Dual metro winner with six top-three finishes from eight starts.
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Unnamed 2YO – By The Autumn Sun, from the family of dual G1 winner I Wish I Win.
The catalogue is supported by leading operations including Lindsay Park, Gollan Racing, Waterhouse/Bott, Price/Kent, Triple Crown, China Horse Club, Snowden Racing, and Michael Freedman.
Bidding opens now and the final countdown begins at 10 a.m. Wednesday, with momentum expected to build as the sale nears its climax.
For more racing updates and sale insights, stay tuned to RaceBuzz.
