Barood (Foaled September 06, 2012) A New Chapter for Barood – Welcome to Empress Park Stud We are delighted to announce that Empress Park Stud has acquired Barood, who will stand at Narrung for the 2026 breeding season. Following a private agreement with Rosden Park, Barood will commence the next chapter of his stud career at Empress Park Stud, where he will stand at the advertised service fee of $3,300. From the first time we saw Barood, we believed he was a stallion with tremendous untapped potential. When the opportunity arose to purchase him, it was one we simply couldn't pass up. A beautifully bred son of Choisir, Barood is a full brother to Champion European Sprinter and internationally successful sire Starspangledbanner. He combines an exceptional pedigree with outstanding conformation, athleticism and temperament qualities we believe are being reflected in his progeny. Although only a small number of his offspring have reached the racetrack, we have been encouraged by everything we've seen so far. We believe Barood has all the attributes to develop into a sire of genuine significance, and we are excited to play a role in that journey. We would like to sincerely thank Ros and the team at Rosden Park for the professionalism and dedication they have shown in standing Barood. We are honoured to continue his stud career and look forward to building on the excellent foundation they have established. At Empress Park Stud, our commitment is to offer South Australian breeders quality bloodlines, honest service and a genuine passion for breeding the next generation of racehorses. We look forward to welcoming breeders to Narrung throughout the 2026 season and sharing Barood's journey with you all. If you would like to discuss whether Barood is the right match for your mare, we'd be delighted to hear from you. Welcome home, Barood. We believe your best years are still ahead.