Lot 1, Time To Sparkle

- Sex: Filly - Breed: Time Test x Sparkle - DOB: 3 Years Old
Time To Sparkle is a beautiful daughter of Time Test, out of the sprinting mare Sparkle. She is a half-sister to the successful sprinter Gace Angel and miler Battleofbaltimore. She has thrived over the winter, strengthening and deepening into a promising racing prospect. She is fully GBB registered and therefore eligible for an extra £20,000 in prize money bonuses!

Over the winter, Time To Sparkle has thrived, strengthening and developing into a promising racing prospect. She has shown a willing attitude in her career so far and is currently in full training, set to make her mark when she returns to the track in February. Her improvement after a winter’s break is remarkable, and she stands out as a filly who is certain to reward her connections.

With 50% equity still available, this is your chance to be part of her journey and share in the excitement and rewards of racehorse ownership. Don’t miss out on the opportunity to invest in a filly with such a strong pedigree, proven family success, and a bright future ahead.

James Keane Racing Information
Location: Albert House Stables, Newmarket
Welcome to James Keane Racing. Where passion meets performance. Founded by James Keane, JKR is built on a commitment to excellence and integrity.
James Keane is an experienced horseman. He grew up riding ponies’ showjumping, eventing and dressage. Upon graduating from university with a degree in history and geography he embarked on a career to become a professional showjumper. In 2017 a lost bet in a game of pool led to his first experience on the back of a racehorse, the stone that started the avalanche. A few months later he arrived in Newmarket to be pupil assistant to Ed Dunlop. After a season at La Grange, James began a three-year stint as assistant trainer to Lucy Wadham.
James was then accepted onto the prestigious Godolphin Flying Start scholarship programme that took him around the world for 2 years, visiting 5 different racing jurisdictions learning from some of the best in the thoroughbred industry.
Upon graduating the Godolphin Flying Start James took a job as assistant trainer to Roger Varian, where he was directly involved in the management of 5 individual Group 1 winners, including a classic winner.
James then did a stint in Lambourn with multiple Group 1 winning trainer Charlie Hills before deciding to make the leap to train in his own name.
Throughout the course of his career James has experience dealing with every sort of thoroughbred, from 5 furlong sprinters to 3 mile chasers, at every level of ability. His knowledge, breadth and depth of experience with horses enables him to bring a modern, welfare-focused approach to training, emphasizing attention to detail in training and race planning. His professionalism, innovation and communication ensures optimum owner experience and satisfaction. His mission; to help every horse achieve their full potential
Located in Albert House Stables Newmarket. JKR is ideally placed to take advantage of the extensive training facilities available at racings headquarters. On the traditional “Bury Side” of Newmarket, James and his team have direct access to the historic facilities that adorn many Christmas and postcards. These gallops both synthetic and turf have provided generations of thoroughbred champions with the ideal conditions needed to flourish and fulfil their potential. “Racecourse Side” facilities are also within easy reach of the horses trained at Albert House Stables, with the Watered Gallop being an integral part of the training done at JKR.
Albert House Stables is a beautiful facility providing everything the modern thoroughbred needs to thrive. It is a compact yard with well ventilated boxes, a walker and all the conveniences needed to keep your race horse in peak condition.