“THERE is no denying that this year has been a tough one. With that in mind, we present our stallions for 2021 with all fees significantly reduced, by up to 66%, to allow breeders to find value and profit in the years to come.” These were the words of Irish National Stud CEO Cathal Beale yesterday as he unveiled the 2021 roster at Tully in Kildare.

Invincible Spirit will once again headline at €80,000, down 20%. His number of Group 1 winners reached 20, led by Falmouth and Sun Chariot Stakes heroine Nazeef and followed up by Digital Age. His yearlings sold for up to 600,000gns.