Welcome to Elsdon Park, a private thoroughbred breeding operation dedicated to the development, sale, and enjoyment of elite racehorses.
Established in 2022 by Lib and Katrina Petagna, Elsdon Park is based in the heartland of New Zealand’s famed horse country, with the Waikato-based farm embodying 600 acres of pristine rolling and flat pasture.
Combined with a commitment to superior bloodlines and the expertise of a well-renowned team, Elsdon Park looks forward to realizing what optimal starts to life make possible.
Elsdon Park’s 3x Gr.1 winning foundation mare Lucia Valentina
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Latest happenings for the farm...
26 December 2024
Yaldi comes out on top in blockbuster Auckland Guineas
In a blockbuster edition of the Gr.2 Shaw’s Wire Ropes Auckland Guineas outsider Midnight Edition and Yaldi went to the line as one.
16 December 2024
Randwick breakthrough for Saltcoats
Saltcoats has posted his first victory on Australian soil when coming with a sustained run at Randwick on Saturday.
16 December 2024
Beau Dazzler stamps Derby credentials with Grand Prix romp
Dewar Partnership-bred 3YO Beau Dazzler has flagged his staying ability with a strong victory in the Gr.3 Grand Prix Stakes.
28 November 2024
2025 NZB Book One Draft Confirmed
Elsdon Park's confirmed draft for the 2025 NZB Book One Yearling Sale comprises of 30 quality youngsters.
28 November 2024
Tuxedo Lands Gr.3 Elsdon Park Wellington Stakes
Shaune Ritchie and Colm Murray collected their second Group Three success in a matter of days at Otaki on Thursday, with Tuxedo winning the Gr.3 Elsdon Park Wellington Stakes (1600m).
21 October 2024
Elsdon Park Pair Breeze Up in Style
Elsdon Park's two representatives at the 2024 NZB Ready To Run Sale of 2YO's breezed up in fine style at Te Rapa on Monday.
19 October 2024
Kalapour carrying Petagna’s hopes in Caulfield Cup
Lib Petagna’s stayer Kalapour will be tasked with the topweight when attempting to add another Group One to his resume in Saturday’s A$5 million Caulfield Cup.
27 September 2024
Love Poem Locks in Third Winner
Snitzel filly Love Poem locked in the third winner for the Elsdon Park racing team this week with a dominant maiden win over 1200m at Te Rapa today.
25 September 2024
Ravello Resumes in Style
Ravello resumed in style yesterday with smart win over 1300m at Warwick Farm.
Sofia Rosa en route to winning the Gr.1 Australian Oaks
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