"Mount Nelson was a great looking colt with lots of speed and class. At two I felt he was one of our best Classic prospects."

Aidan O’Brien, trainer

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MOUNT NELSON (GB)

2004 Rock of Gibraltar ex Independence (Selkirk), bay 16.1 hh (1.65m)

Gr.1 winner at 2 and 4 years from the brilliant Danehill sire line.  First 2yos in 2012

Presence: Probably the best looking stallion in the UK.  320,000gns yearling.
Performance: Won the Gr.1 Criterium International (8f) at 2yrs in race record time.  Official rating: 119 - 4th top rated two-year-old.
Came back from injury to win the Gr.1 Coral Eclipse (10f).  TR 126.
Pedigree: By Champion miler and leading sire Rock of Gibraltar out of Independence (Selkirk) winner of the Sun Chariot and Matron Stakes.  Bred on the same Danzig / Sharpen Up sire cross as Danehill Dancer and Invincible Spirit.
Promise: First yearlings realising up to 150,000gns and with the best trainers
£45,000 yearling average
£36,500 yearling median
(for 36 yearlings sold incl. Tattersalls Book 2)
Strong books of mares to follow with 50% black-type performers/producers.
2012 Fee: £6,000 1st Oct LFFR
(No Groom’s Fee or Walking-In Fee)

"The moment I clapped eyes on Mount Nelson, I thought he was outstanding.  I'm a huge fan of his sire and he's better looking.  I see a very bright future for him, and my clients agree; we have booked more mares to him than any other freshman this season." Johnny McKeever, McKeever St Lawrence

"I heard he was a good looking horse, but I hadn’t expected him to be such an impressive individual.  He has great presence and an unbelievable walk." Gerry Burke, Glidawn Stud

"I have rarely seen a horse with quite such a good walk." Hubert Honore, Haras d'Ommeel