**Ruidoso, New Mexico **- Solo Select made a strong debut at the Ruidoso Select Yearling Sale, highlighted by Hes No Politician, an Apollitical Jess colt out of Sheza Freighttrain T selling for $230,000. With 8 of their 26 consignments exceeding the $100,000 mark, Solo Select's presence was clearly felt at their inaugural Ruidoso sale.
"We had significant interest in the horses throughout the week," said Butch Wise. "Solo Select was very well received by buyers, and that enthusiasm carried into the sale. We have an exceptional set of yearlings lined up for day two."
Hes No Politician sells for $230,000 | Summer Searles, Photo
Among the top sellers were ( x Candy Cartels Cat), consigned by Solo Select, Agent for PV Quarter Horse Farms LLC, which brought $152,000, **My Favorite Sass **(Favorite Cartel x Jess Sass Me) consigned by Solo Select, Agent for Speed LLC at $135,000 and (PYC Paint Your Wagon x Valiant Jess), consigned by Solo Select, Agent for Speed LLC, at $115,000. Other notable sales included and , both sold for $100,000 and consigned by Solo Select, Agent for McColee Land & Livestock LLC. Additionally, (Apollitical Blood x Breck N Records), consigned by Solo Select, Agent for Victor M. Diaz, and **Rovos Rail **(Freighttrain B x Mavara Vegas), consigned by Solo Select, Agent for Bird Ranch & Oil LP, each fetched $100,000.
"We can't express enough gratitude to the consignors who entrusted their investments with Solo Select this year," said Melanie Smith. "Our team did an outstanding job presenting the horses, putting in 110% effort every step of the way. We always say, 'experience the Solo Select difference,' and I believe we showcased that here. Butch had a great turnout for his trainer preview on Thursday, and along with Matt Witman, Dustin Price, and Ty Smith, made sure our customers' yearlings were well represented. We're excited for day two."
Solo Select will present their second set of yearlings today at 4 pm.
