Taylor Made's Golden Milestone at Keeneland
Founded in 1976, Taylor Made sold an incredible 338 yearlings at the 2026 sale for an all-time consignor record of $68,602,000. This marked the 27th time since 1988 that the Kentucky-based agency finished as the leading seller at the September Sale.
The million-dollar gavel
Anatomy of a superstar colt
The high-stakes dance floor
From bluegrass to global glory
sonia Swipe to bid on superstar yearlings to learn how record-breaking horse auctions work.
sonia Keeneland's auctioneers and bid spotters use speed, rhythm, and psychology to drive prices into the millions.
Silent bidding: Many billionaire buyers hide in the back of the pavilion or use bloodstock agents to bid secretly so rivals don't copy their choices.
sonia Taylor Made Sales Agency celebrated 50 years in business by topping the 2026 consignor standings once again.
A circular enclosure where livestock is displayed for bidding at an auction. At Keeneland in September 2026, elite yearlings paraded through this arena to secure record-breaking bids.
What percentage of horses went unsold as 'RNAs' during the 2026 Keeneland September Sale?
What was the average price achieved by boutique consignor Glennwood Farm, the highest of the 2026 sale?
How many times has Taylor Made Sales Agency finished as the leading consignor at the September Sale?