ENGLISH TEXTS
At Newmarket , I purchased Deadly Nightshade , in foal to Wootton Bassett . I partnered with Mr . Foucher for this acquisition , which was a significant investment . She has a fantastic pedigree , among the best in the stud book . We also acquired a share in Run Away , a Listed-placed mare in France and a winner in England . She ’ s the full sister to Blackbeard . Her pedigree brings speed and precocity , traits we don ’ t commonly have at Monceaux . She will also visit Wootton Bassett . We purchased a Sea The Stars mare , a full sister to The Lion in Winter , one of this year ’ s Epsom Derby favorites . In partnership with Jenny Bianco and Charles-Henri de Moussac , we decided to send her to Japan to meet Kitasan Black , introducing a new bloodline .
Galorama : How do you view the stallion market in France compared to Ireland and England ? HB : We ’ ve fallen behind Ireland and England , but we ’ re gradually catching up thanks to dynamic operations like Etreham , Sumbe , Aga Khan , Al Shaqab Racing , and Beaumont . French breeding is very vibrant , and I ’ m confident about the future of the stallion market in France .
Galorama : Many of your mares are under syndicates . Why is that ? HB : When we started 15 years ago , we had no mares , so we needed to buy them . I had a network of people interested in investing , so we partnered rather than competing at auctions . This allowed us to spread the risk , bring more people into the Monceaux adventure , and it worked wonderfully . We still do this , but it requires careful management to avoid overextending partnerships . I ’ ve adjusted this approach recently , aiming to retain a majority stake in investments . Occasionally , we bring in new partners , which introduces new people to the industry , something I find fascinating .
Galorama : How does it feel to achieve a seven-figure top price at a sale ? HB : I put a lot of effort into sales , but honestly , it doesn ’ t evoke intense emotion for me . I feel satisfied with a job well done and proud of the team ’ s work . It ’ s gratifying for the partners and crucial for the company ’ s viability , enabling reinvestment . However , it doesn ’ t compare to the joy of winning a Group 1 race .
Galorama : What moment of the season brings you the most emotion ? HB : Winning a prestigious race brings the greatest joy . It ’ s the culmination of everyone ’ s hard work and dedication . That said , I enjoy all stages of the season . This is a lively industry , and that ’ s why we ’ re all passionate about it .
Galorama : Do you use any specific technological tools in your work ? HB : I ’ m somewhat old-school regarding technology , but I ’ m working on it ! I recognize this shortcoming and try to surround myself with people who are more tech-savvy . For breeding decisions , I work with Camilla , who is better than any computer . We spend a lot of time discussing crossbreeding strategies , family dynamics , and physical compatibility , challenging each other ’ s ideas . I ’ m eager to modernize daily management tools for the stud , especially to improve care . I believe we ’ re behind in this area and aim to make progress — it ’ s one of my resolutions for the year . Ultimately , this profession is deeply rooted in observation , an understanding of horses , and attention to detail , though technological optimization can certainly play a supporting role .
“ WE BOUGHT HER WITHOUT KNOWING SHE WOULD BECOME THE FOUNDATION MARE OF THE STUD .“
Henri Bozo
“ THE LOGICAL APPROACH IS TO USE PROVEN STALLIONS FOR YOUNG MARES .“
Henri Bozo
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Katherine Ford -UK Passionate about racing , Katherine left her native Yorkshire to spend six months in France in the early 2000s ... and almost 25 years later , she is still there . Now a freelance journalist and translator , she has discovered and introduced racecourses around the world for Equidia , and regularly presents French racing on Sky Sports Racing . She is also a breeder and owner of Thoroughbreds .
Romane Brionne - Australie A French expatriate in Melbourne for five years , Romane has expertise
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