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Geisel Park Announces New Locations for Stallion Roster Ahead of 2026 Breeding Season

Media Release - Friday May 15

Geisel Park is pleased to announce the relocation of three stallions from its roster ahead of the 2026 breeding season, with Aysar, Manhattan Rain and Winning Rupert all set to continue their stud careers at leading Western Australian farms.

These moves mark an exciting new chapter for each stallion and ensure breeders across the state maintain access to proven and commercial bloodlines across multiple locations.

 

Aysar to Ridgeport Farm

Aysar is a half-brother to Champion First Season Sire elect Home Affairs.

Aysar will relocate to Ridgeport Farm, where he will stand alongside proven Western Australian sire Rommel, forming a strong dual-stallion roster for local breeders.

Since retiring to stud, Aysar has received outstanding support from breeders.

2026 Service Fee: $6,000 + GST

Ridgeport Farm

239 Whettem Road, Waroona WA 6215 

Marge Ojapold – 0497 478 231

E: marge@ridgeportfarm.com.au

Santo Guagliardo – 0419 948 046 

E: Santo@ridgeportfarm.com.au 

 

Manhattan Rain to Rangeview Stud

Manhattan Rain is the sire of outstanding dual G1 winning sprinter Jigsaw.

Manhattan Rain will stand at Rangeview Stud, under the management of Robbie Gray for the 2026 breeding season.

A proven sire of stakes performers and a reliable source of quality and versatility, Manhattan Rain offers breeders access to one of Australia’s most respected sire lines.

2026 Service Fee: $6,000 + GST

Rangeview Stud

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30 Henty Road, Burekup WA 6227 

Robbie & Jody Gray – 0409 243 461

E: rob@rangeviewstudwa.com.au

 

Winning Rupert to Westbury Park

Winning Rupert is a proven son of champion sire Written Tycoon.

Winning Rupert will relocate to Westbury Park, where he will stand under the guidance of Phil Ibbotson and the Westbury team.

A son of Written Tycoon, Winning Rupert continues to appeal to commercial breeders seeking athletic, early running progeny.

2026 Service Fee: $4,000 + GST

Westbury Park

Phil Ibbotson

504 Thompson Road, West Pinjarra WA 6208

Phil Ibbotson - 0429 341 211

E: philibbo@outlook.com

Luke Fernie – 0424 780 882

E: fernieracing@gmail.com

Daniel Venables – 0488 344 800

Geisel Park would like to thank the breeders and supporters who supported these stallions during their time at the farm and wishes them every success in their new homes.

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