The outstanding pedigree of Capital Stud resident Topgear received another major boost at the Arqana August Yearling Sale when his full-brother sold for €2.4 million to Godolphin.

I Am Maximus wrote his name into the history books at Aintree when regaining his Randox Grand National crown, providing Capital Stud resident Authorized with a record fourth victory in the world’s most famous steeplechase.

For a team which prides itself on never taking a backward step, Topgear is a suitably-named newcomer to the stallion roster at Capital Stud for 2026, with this latest offering being snapped up by breeders with such alacrity that the forward-thinking operation in County Kilkenny must be doing something right.

Capital Stud secured the sale-topping lot at the Tattersalls Ireland November National Hunt Sale, going to €170,000 for an outstanding colt by resident stallion Authorized.

Capital Stud announced today that they have acquired Gr.1 sprinter Castle Star to stand as part of their roster for 2024.