How much is the most expensive horse in the world?

People have always loved horses. Attracted their independence, strength, power and grace. At first people used horses for transportation, but in the modern world this is no longer the case. Now they are participants in equestrian sports, horse races and shows, which bring great money to the organizers. Therefore, horses in our time - this is a business or a very expensive hobby. Let's find out what she is, the most expensive horse in the world.

Today, horses are exhibited at auctions, they are given huge money for them. Let's look at a few facts from their history. In 1983, a stallion named Shareef Dancer was given $ 40 million. In 1985, the purebred racehorse named Seattle Dancer was sold at auction for more than $ 13 million. In 1989, a stallion named Annihilator was bought for a lot of money, which is neither more nor less, but more than 19 million dollars, and at that time it was the most expensive horse in the world. Of course, to date, these horses are unlikely to have survived, but their records are known now. For example, a horse named Green Monkey has never participated in races, but it was sold at auction for $ 16 million. The cost of a horse depends on its pedigree. The life of the parents is taken into account: whether they were champions in competitions, how many races have won. The main difference between Green Monkey and other horses is its huge speed, which it can develop. One eighth mile he can overcome in just 10 seconds.

Most of all money is given for horses of breed English race (thoroughbred), as they differ from others by their stamina and physique. Among this breed, of course, is the most expensive horse in the world. For them at auctions, buyers pay more than a million dollars. The next place in this list is occupied by the Arabian steeds. Their advantages over others are their stamina and health. Photos with horses that cost millions of dollars can be found in relevant magazines.

Horse race named Frankel is the most expensive horse in the world. 2012 was important for him, because he won the next competition "Champions' Stakes" in Ascot, and it was his 14th victory in such competitions!

It belongs to the Saudi Prince Khalil Abdullah, who said that the horse will no longer participate in the competitions. He is only 4 years old, and he has already achieved such success, and all thanks to his strength, endurance and speed. After such a stunning success, Frankel was valued at $ 200 million, which is the record amount that is offered for the horse to date.

Another interesting fact is that the most expensive breed of horses are white lions. On the whole land there are no more than 300 copies.

For many owners, their purebred horses become real friends, with whom they spend a lot of time. In addition to the price that collectors give for a horse, they have to spend tidy sums for their maintenance. To the horse was the winner, she needs only the best food, good care, nutritional supplements and vitamins. For many horse owners equestrian sport is the meaning of life, they do everything possible to ensure that their stallion is the first.