Showjumper Kevin Babington suffered life-changing spinal injuries in a fall at The Hampton Classic Stateside on Aug. 30, and, in an effort to assist with his medical expenses and care, Coolmore has donated a no guarantee nomination to champion Gleneagles (Ire) (Galileo {Ire}). One of Ireland's top international horsemen, Babington is also one of the most well-regarded horsemen on the international circuit. The highest bid for the nomination currently stands at €40,000 from Ira Gumberg, a showjumping owner whose Skara Glen Stables bred champion and GI Belmont S. heroine Rags to Riches (A.P. Indy) and fellow Belmont hero Jazil (Seeking the Gold) when owned by Ira's father Stanley Gumberg. Other bidders included Trevor Stewart, Anthony Rogers of Airlie Stud and William Kennedy (Tullpark Ltd).
All bids must be entered by email to Mark Byrne at [email protected]. Bidding will close at 5 p.m. on Wednesday, Sept. 18. The highest bids will be published daily on Coolmore.com and on Coolmore's social media accounts.
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