Roberto Cocheteux' Spain Burg, who provided her trainer Xavier Thomas-Demeaulte with a first winner in the UK when blowing her rivals away in the Gr.2 Rockfel Stakes at Newmarket, was one of the highlights of the 2016 Arc Sale catalogue and duly attracted some spirited interest with Jamie Lloyd ultimately prevailing at €1.5 million. The agent was standing alongside Dean Reeves, who was making his first ever forray in the European market.

It is the first time I have bought in Europe and I am delighted to have secured this gorgeous filly, said Reeves. She won her Group race with determination and obviously has some residual value too. We will aim her at the Breeders' Cup.