An Exclusive Investment Opportunity in an Elite Staying Prospect

We are thrilled to present a rare opportunity to invest in Highland Bling, an exciting European import with elite bloodlines and proven ability. This exceptional staying prospect is by the world-class Highland Reel, a seven-time Group 1 winner trained by the legendary Aidan O’Brien.

Now under the expert guidance of Stokes Racing in partnership with OTI Racing, Highland Bling is set to embark on a campaign aimed at city-class staying races in Melbourne, with the goal of competing in a high-quality benchmark staying race on Melbourne Cup Day!

While Highland Bling didn't fire in his only Australian start back in April it has been proven time and time again that imported stayers can improve significantly with another prep under their belts, and this boy is no different.

With time to aclimatise to Australian conditions Highland Bling has come back into work a much sharper horse, thus giving us every indication that he will put his best foot forward this time in beyond the 1800m.

Why Invest in Highland Bling?

Quality Pedigree 

Sired by Highland Reel – One of the greatest globetrotting champions of modern times, with seven Group 1 wins across Europe, the USA, and Asia, earning over £7.5 million in prize money. His progeny, including 2023 G1 Australian Derby 5th placegetter High Approach and the G3 Kevin Heffern Stakes-placed Warnie, are already proving to be highly competitive stayers that also possess the ability to succeed at a mile.

Out of a well-related European Mare – Highland Bling comes from a strong staying lineage that features 2013 G1 Nasaau Stakes winner Winsili and G1 Sheema Classic victor Polish Summer. His half-sister Rolling The Dice was placed third in the G2 Doncaster May Hill Stakes over a mile.

Proven Racing Performance & Exciting Future

Winner Over 2000m in Ireland – Highland Bling has already demonstrated his staying ability, and with further maturity, we expect him to improve significantly under Australian conditions.

Targeting the 2025 Melbourne Spring Carnival – Our plan is to kick Highland Bling off in late August/early September with a view to targeting a quality benchmark staying race on Melbourne Cup Day. 

A potential 2026 Adelaide Cup Contender - This preparation Highland Bling has shown us all the indications of a horse that will relish the two mile staying test that is the Adelaide Cup.

Our Proven Success with OTI Racing-Owned Imports

At Stokes Racing, we have a strong track record of success with OTI Racing imports, proving that our approach to transitioning and developing European stayers leads to winning results.

Daqiansweet Junior – 2022 Adelaide Cup Winner
Amade – 2023 Geelong Cup Winner
Deakin – 2025 Roy Higgins Quality hero, who is now Caulfield and Melbourne Cup-bound.

Our experience in managing these top-class imports gives us immense confidence that Highland Bling has the potential to follow in their footsteps