Sydney trainer Brad Widdup is navigating key decisions for his horses as spring begins, with six-year-old sprinter Jedibeel set to stay in Sydney aiming for a strong Randwick performance that could lead to a spot in The Everest race, now held by Mulberry Racing after The Star withdrew. Widdup also balances his role advising Mulberry Racing’s owner Mike Gregg on their expanding thoroughbred portfolio, which includes American-based horses managed by trainer Brendan Walsh, who are given time to develop before any potential import to Australia.

Widdup will attend the massive Keeneland September Yearling Sale in Kentucky, the world’s largest of its kind with over 4,500 yearlings catalogued, relying on input from Walsh and industry expert Suzi Prichard-Jones to shortlist prospects. Australian presence at Keeneland is limited but includes agents like Craig Rounsefell, who also recently attended the booming Fasig-Tipton Saratoga Sale. The US market benefits from favorable tax laws and growing interest fueled by media like the Netflix series “Race For The Crown,” making Keeneland a key event reflecting global bloodstock trends and opportunities.