Magic Millions Gold Coast 2021: Yearling sale extended to seven days

The Magic Millions will go ahead next year, with a major change announced to the yearling sale in response to “unprecedented demand”.

THE Magic Millions sales will go ahead next year in another major event boost for the Glitter Strip.

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Magic Millions Sales Pty Ltd today announced the following events will proceed:

* Magic Millions Gold Coast Yearling Sale (12-18 January 2021). For the first time in the history of the business, the sale will run across seven consecutive days.

* Magic Millions Barrier Draw and the spectacular beach run (12 January 2021).

* The Star Gold Coast Magic Millions Raceday (16 January 2021)

The company says it will ensure the events, inspections and auction-related activity adhere to all COVID-19 restrictions,

Magic Millions said its priority was the health and safety of staff, clients and local community which had meant the Pacific Fair Magic Millions Polo has been postponed until January 2022.

“The Magic Millions Yearling Sale and the fulfilment of The Star Gold Coast Magic Millions Raceday will be our total focus in January 2021,” managing director Barry Bowditch said.

Amazingly (right) runs third to Mishani Destoyer at Gold Coast Turf Club on September 26, 2020. Picture: Greg Irvine/Magic Millions

“Our vendors and buyers can rely on us to deliver an outstanding yearling sale, at the standard they have come to expect from Magic Millions.

“Their confidence in our ability to deliver is demonstrated in the demand from breeders to send their yearlings to Magic Millions in January. For the first time ever, the sale will run for seven consecutive days.”

“We have a proven track record of outperforming the market in a COVID-safe environment, as evidenced by our results at the recent Magic Millions National Sale.

“Whilst trackside at The Star Gold Coast Magic Millions Raceday might be reduced in capacity, the line up on-course and $10.25 million prizemoney on offer will guarantee our owners a thrilling day of racing.”

Fashions in the Field at the Magic Millions race day at the Gold Coast Turf Club. (Photo/Steve Holland)

Mr Bowditch said the current risks and restrictions due to COVID-19 meant it was the right decision to postpone the Pacific Fair Magic Millions Polo.

“We are optimistic that the COVID-19 risks will be significantly alleviated by January 2022. Stand by for The Star Gold Coast Magic Millions Carnival to be back bigger and better than ever in 2022,” he said.