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Which Horse Sold for $70 Million? The Story of Fusaichi Pegasus

Discover the story of Fusaichi Pegasus, the Thoroughbred racehorse sold for $70 million, highlighting record racehorse sales.

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Fusaichi Pegasus, a Thoroughbred racehorse, was sold for $70 million in 2000, making it one of the most expensive horses ever sold. While no horse has sold for exactly $10 million, Fusaichi Pegasus's sale highlights the high value placed on top-performing racehorses.

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  1. Which was the most expensive racehorse ever sold?

    Fusaichi Pegasus holds the record as one of the most expensive racehorses ever sold, fetching $70 million in 2000.

  2. Has any horse ever sold for $10 million?

    While no horse has sold for exactly $10 million, many top-performing racehorses have been sold for much higher amounts, such as Fusaichi Pegasus for $70 million.

  3. Why do some racehorses sell for millions?

    Racehorses can sell for millions due to their pedigree, racing performance, breeding potential, and market demand.

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