RUIDOSO DOWNS, NM – August 29, 2025 – Day One of the Ruidoso Select Yearling Sale showcased Solo Select Horses’ growing influence in the racing industry, with a $1,325,000 gross on 15 consignments, averaging $88,333 per head.
Eight yearlings broke the $100,000 mark, including three that stole the spotlight in Friday’s session:
Hip 221 Jess My Cartel – $160,000
A colt bred for the fast lane. This stallion prospect by $72 million dollar sire Corona Cartel is out of the great AQHA Dam of Distinction, Jess Sass Me - producer of the Champion 2-year-old filly, Jess Walking Thru, earner of $447,266. He was bred and raised by Speed, LLC - who continues to produce world-class prospects.
Jess My Cartel sold for $160,000. Solo Select, Agent.
The outstanding colt is by the World Champion, Apollitical Jess, sire of over $77 million in winners. His dam is the great Tres Seis mare, Lethal Class, earner of $151,075 and dam of the All American Derby Finalist Lethal Avenger. Solo Select acted as agent for P.K. & Kim Thomas.
Lethal Ghost
Hip 180 Sass Me Fire – $140,000
Sass me Fire is a FULL brother to the Champion 2-Year-Old Filly, Jess Walking Thru, winner of $447,000. This colt had the presence and pedigree that had buyers intrigued from the day the catalog was released.
 Sass Me Fire
Renowned bloodstock agent Butch Wise credited months of meticulous preparation for the standout results, while CEO Ty Smith emphasized that buyer confidence “reaffirms the quality we strive for.”
The preview barn was buzzing with activity as buyers lined up to evaluate Solo Select’s signature show-ready yearlings, and the bidding in the ring reflected that trust.
As the Ruidoso Select Yearling Sale continues to hold its place as the premier stage for racing-bred Quarter Horses, Solo Select’s Day Two lineup (Hips 246–472) promises more excitement. With pedigrees by Kiss My Hocks, Flying Cowboy 123, Apollitical Blood, Hes Relentless, and more, today’s offering brings a deep roster of speed, substance, and black-type families into the spotlight.
**Sale Fitting Inquiries: **
Matt Witman 405-613-4007
Butch Wise 405-640-2234
Ty Smith 405-317-9363
