ONE MOORE ROMANCE
Dam of Classic Record Breakers

2025 Nutrien
Classic & Masters
Hall of Fame

Hall of Fame

One Moore Romance - Dam of Classic Record Breakers

The Dam of 2018 and 2019 Record-Breaking Sales and 2022 Highest Priced two year old.

One Moore Romance: A Legacy Mare in the Australian Performance Horse Industry

One Moore Romance has become a celebrated figure in the Australian performance horse industry, renowned for her outstanding progeny and their success at prestigious sales like the Nutrien Classic and Masters Sales. Her influence is undeniable, with only eight of her progeny sold collectively amassing an extraordinary $759,000—a testament to her exceptional genetics and pedigree.

A Proven Producer of Champions

One Moore Romance’s reputation is built on the success of her offspring, who consistently command high prices and achieve top performance results. One of her most notable progeny, Yaven Smooth Spin, placed 2nd in the 2021 Nutrien Classic (rider Matt Moffat), further cementing the mare’s influence on elite-level competition.

Progeny Sale Highlights

Record-Breaking Achievements

One Moore Romance’s progeny have frequently broken sale records, reflecting their quality and desirability:

  • 2022 Nutrien Classic Sale:
    • Yaven Champagne Romance: Sold for $260,000 to PR & SJ Knudsen, setting a record as the highest-priced 2-year-old.
  • 2019 Landmark Classic Sale:
    • Yaven Smooth Spin: Sold for $230,000 to the Hart Family Trust, achieving another record-breaking price.
  • 2018 Landmark Classic Sale:
    • Yaven Spinacat: Sold for $130,000 to Hughes Pastoral, setting a record-breaking milestone.

Additional Highlights

Other progeny have also fetched significant sums, contributing to the mare’s stellar reputation:

  • Yaven Spinaboon: Sold for $48,000 in 2018.
  • Yaven Reyn Man: Sold for $19,000 in 2016 and $16,000 in 2012.
  • Yaven Smooth Sailing: Sold for $30,000 in 2021 and $16,000 in 2019, showcasing repeat demand for her offspring.

Pedigree and Partnerships

The success of One Moore Romance can be attributed not only to her natural ability but also to strategic breeding. She has been paired with world-class stallions such as Dual Rey and Metallic Cat, enhancing her offspring’s genetic potential.

Tom Williamson, an influential figure in her journey, was involved from the beginning, assisting John Corbett in selecting One Moore Romance as a foal. Tommy also trained and rode both the mare and her progeny, contributing to their early success.

Enduring Legacy

The achievements of One Moore Romance and her progeny highlight the lasting impact of her bloodlines on the Australian performance horse industry. Her consistent record of producing top-tier offspring underscores her role as one of the most influential mares of her generation.

With her legacy firmly established, One Moore Romance continues to shape the future of performance horses, setting a benchmark for excellence in breeding and competition.