WHILE Monday’s store sale at Goffs UK raised concerns over the market for unproven National Hunt stock, the ensuing Spring HIT & P2P Sale proved that demand remained high for proven and promising horses.

The encouraging results posted at the opening session continued into the final day on Thursday, with final clearance rate coming in at 89%, while the average increased by 12% year-on-year to £26,371. The median – often the best reflection on the depth of trade – rose by 30% to £16,250. From 18% less horses offered, the aggregate fell by just 0.5%.