The 2020 Capricornia Yearling Sales has been postponed in lieu of the current COVID-19 pandemic.
Earlier today, the Rockhampton Jockey Club issued correspondence to stakeholders advising of the postponement, with the event to be reviewed at the end of May.
“It is regrettable that the Capricornia Yearling Sales Promoters have to notify you all of the postponement of the 2020 Sale due to be held on Sunday, April 5,” the statement read.
“Unfortunately, we have to admit defeat to COVID-19 and the restrictions that have and will be put in place going forward.
“As mentioned in earlier correspondence the health and safety of all our team, vendors, buyers and other interested parties is paramount to our decision making.
“The situation will be reviewed again by Friday, May 29, 2020. Further information will be circulated to all Stakeholders shortly after this date.”