Otsego welcomes Astrapios

Graphic courtesy of Circle F Farms

At the podium for his weekly press conference, eyes blinking as the camera's  flashed incessantly, Otsego Farms owner Jim Webber cleared his throat and answered the question that had been shouted out by more than a dozen reporters; "Yes, we have acquired the 2yo colt Astrapios from Circle F for $1.75 million."

In a groundbreaking transaction that saw the normally tight-fisted owner fling open the vault, Otsego Farms picked up the stayer prospect for a sum normally reserved only for well established racers.

"The connections at Circle F were initially reluctant to part with Astrapios.  Eventually, I had to meet with Tia (Circle F owner Tia Francisco) herself to hammer out the deal", an amimated Webber continued.  There were some other considerations in addition to the cash, but nothing unusual."

The training staff at Otsego Farms envisions Astrapios as a 12-16F racer, which is why he was coveted so much.  "I have a fondness for stayers, that's no secret.  This is a gamble, but I feel that Astrapios has unlimited potential", Webber said as he left the podium.