WORLDWIDE DESTINATIONS AND EXCITING NEW PARTNERSHIPS AT THE YOUNGSTERS AUCTION 2026

Oct 15, 2026 | The Youngsters Auction | The Youngsters Auction / Digishots

Picobello and Kassina Blue are heading to Switzerland, while Orchidee will remain at Waaij Stud with a new Dutch owner. These were among the promising partnerships formed at the 11th edition of The Youngsters Auction last Tuesday.

With strong interest from home and abroad, we look back on a successful evening and are grateful for the confidence shown by long-standing clients and new owners.

Picobello & Kassina Blue · Switzerland

Picobello, the Dutch vice-champion of the six-year-olds, and the promising Kassina Blue will continue their careers in professional hands in Switzerland.

Orchidee stays in the Netherlands

Secured by a Dutch owner, the daughter of Stakkato Gold will remain at Waaij Stud to be developed further with top-level sport in mind.

“We have a lot of confidence in Picobello, Kassina Blue and Orchidee. They are three different mares, each with plenty of potential. We look forward to following their progress.”
— Peter van der Waaij

Bamago joins Steve Guerdat

Many top riders showed an interest in this year’s collection. Newly crowned world champion Steve Guerdat secured the promising three-year-old Bamago, a son of Bamako de Muze. Meanwhile, Conthario and Poker Love will continue their careers with talented young riders in the Netherlands.

Continued confidence from abroad

A long-standing American client returned for the purchase of another six horses: Pokerface, Capital Talent, Toli Coeur, Tappy Calmia, Topaz Blue and Mucca Manny. Spike will also travel to the United States to continue his career in the hunter ring. Urban de Rêve WS was secured by a valued contact from Colombia, with the Pan American Games as a future ambition.

“Their continued confidence means a great deal to us. We know each other well and enjoy following the horses after they leave us.” — Peter van der Waaij

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