Autumn Angel, the Group 1-winning mare trained by Peter Moody and Katherine Coleman, has been retired following a tendon injury and will be sold as a broodmare prospect via the Inglis Digital auction next week.
The 4-year-old, daughter of The Autumn Sun, was purchased for $230,000 at the 2022 Easter Yearling Sale. With four wins from 11 starts, including her highlight victory in the Group 1 ATC Oaks, Autumn Angel was expected to compete in key races this spring, including the Cox Plate and Caulfield Cup.
Peter Moody reflected on her potential, stating, “She was a special racehorse… she’ll be one heck of a broodmare.” Co-owner Wylie Dalziel expressed disappointment at her early retirement, adding, “She’s the best filly I’ve ever had anything to do with.”
Bidding for Autumn Angel will open on September 30 and close on October 3 via Inglis Digital.