Historic Cambridge Stud in New Zealand begins a new era under the ownership of Brendan and Jo Lindsay, as of Wednesday. Sir Patrick and Lady Justine Hogan developed the stud into a top-notch operation, standing leading stallions Sir Tristram (Ire) and his son Zabeel (NZ). More recently, young sire Tavistock (NZ) (Montjeu {Ire}) is beginning to make his mark. The change in ownership was announced in November.
“Our decision to buy Cambridge Stud underlines our commitment to New Zealand and its Thoroughbred industry and our shared desire for the iconic brand to remain in New Zealand,” said Jo Lindsay.
Added Brendan, “Cambridge will undergo a major refurbishment over the next three years, including the upgrade of the recently acquired, adjoining Thorpe property, to cater for our expanding stallion roster. We will continue to operate Cambridge as a premier stallion and broodmare operation, doing what the stud has done best for 40 years, while our Karaka farm will be integrated with the Stud, carrying mares and foals and continuing to support the racing operation.”
Former Godolphin Australia Managing Director Henry Plumptre will serve as chief executive and Scott Calder will serve as head of sales and nominations. Marcus Corban will continue in his role of stud manager and Angelique Bridson will be in charge of marketing.
“We are all very excited to be part of something as special as Cambridge Stud,” said Plumptre. “It is a privilege to be involved with an industry icon and we look forward to creating something that complements the brand as it is now, but sets the tone for the next 50 years. The enthusiasm and energy shown by Brendan and Jo already is infectious and we are all looking forward to the next few years, with the challenges they will bring. Cambridge and the farm at Karaka carry wonderful staff and I am very confident that they will rise to the occasion.”
The 2018 fees for the three-horse Cambridge roster of Tavistock, Burgundy (NZ) (Redoute's Choice {Aus}) and Highly Recommended (Aus) (Fastnet Rock {Aus}, will be announced in the coming weeks.
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