Katsumi Orochi has arrived!
Group placed colt acquired, a Group 1 autumn and stallion future ahead?
Katsumi Orochi has already made an electrifying impression as a serious racehorse with a stunning debut performance. The moment he crossed the finish line, our team knew we wanted him in our silks for his next start. This Group 3-placed two-year-old is on a path to greatness, targeting one of the most prestigious juvenile Group 1 races this autumn, the Champagne Stakes. With the Caulfield Guineas firmly in his sights as a three-year-old, his trajectory is clear: win at two, conquer at three, and build a stallion future. This purchase has been made with one goal in mind, finding a future stallion for MyRacehorse owners.
Katsumi Orochi is a colt of the highest caliber, boasting Group 1 ambitions, elite bloodlines, and a proven track record. He is set to debut for Anthony and Sam Freedman in mid-March over 1200 meters, bringing with him the potential to follow in the footsteps of some of the sport’s greatest. His debut in the Group 3 Blue Diamond Colts & Geldings Prelude showcased his raw talent and determination, finishing a strong third against a high-quality field. Despite racing greenly, he defeated the short-priced favorite Aleppo Pine, a performance that hinted at serious improvement to come. Notably, the Colts & Geldings Prelude rated higher than the Fillies Prelude, further underscoring the quality of his performance.
Katsumi Orochi’s profile bears striking similarities to the champion three-year-old Hitotsu, sharing the same sire, Maurice, the same breeder in Arrowfield Stud, and the same ownership and trainers in Anthony and Sam Freedman. Like Hitotsu, he made his debut in the Blue Diamond Prelude and now has the potential to follow the same trajectory to elite success. Maurice, a champion Japanese racehorse and leading sire, has produced 21 stakes winners worldwide, including Group 1 stars Hitotsu and Mazu. On the dam side, he is out of a Snitzel mare from an elite international family that includes Group 1 winner Miss Match, a Breeders’ Cup contender with victories at Santa Anita.
The Freedmans, renowned for their expertise in training elite colts, have already demonstrated their confidence in Katsumi Orochi’s family by securing his half-brother at the 2025 Gold Coast Magic Millions sale. Their track record includes training Caulfield Guineas winner Super Seth and runner-up Elliptical, as well as current rising stars Tropicus, Henlein, Charcoals, and Exuma.
Katsumi Orochi’s path forward is filled with Group 1 ambitions, starting with the Champagne Stakes this autumn, followed by the Caulfield Guineas as a three-year-old. He has already proven he can compete with the best, and now it is time to take the next step toward building a lasting legacy.
In reference to Arrowfield Stud and this 2YO colt “they’re a stallion making operation, and we hope that this horse could emulate this in the future.” Julian Blaxland, Bloodstock Agent Freedman Racing
A colt of this quality, pedigree, and potential is a rare opportunity. With his Group 1 ambitions, stallion credentials, and powerhouse connections, Katsumi Orochi is a genuine blue-chip prospect. MyRacehorse owners have the chance to be part of his extraordinary journey.
