While the winner’s circle may have eluded Wexford’s Christchurch contingent this year, there was certainly plenty to celebrate, with an outstanding two Group 1 runner-up finishes, a Group 1 third and a Group 1 fourth at Riccarton Park.
Rip Tide finished an impressive second in the Group 1 2000 Guineas, achieving the result in just his fourth career start. Dashing Dixie added another Group 1 runner-up performance in the 1000 Guineas, while Coniston finished a strong third in the 2000 Guineas. Fiamma rounded out the results with a fourth in the 1000 Guineas.
Rip Tide, Dashing Dixie and Fiamma were all Karaka yearling purchases selected by the team and raced by large syndicates, giving their many connections plenty to cheer about.
Of the 12 yearlings purchased in 2025 by Wexford, four have now gone on to record Group-level placings, with Pounce, Fiamma, Dashing Dixie and Rip Tide all featuring on the big stage.
With several exciting unraced purchases still waiting in the wings, there is plenty more to look forward to.
Congratulations to all connections. The best is very much still ahead.
