"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
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. |
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| 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
